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enGoogle Play offers up 'Cyber Week Deals' on games, apps, books, movies, TV shows and more!http://crackberry.com/google-play-offers-cyber-week-deals-games-apps-books-movies-tv-shows-and-more
If shopping for digital goods instead of physical goods is how you prefer to spend your Black Friday, Google Play has you covered. Right now, until November 29, you can score some great deals on everything offered in Google Play including games, apps, books, movies, TV shows, comics and more.
You can save up to 80% off games and in-app purchases for games There is also deals in place to get up to 80% off best-selling books and if movies and TV shows are more your thing, you can snag some movies starting at $6.99 while whole seasons of TV shows are available for as low as $8.99. Want comics? Those are available for up to 75% off. You check out each section by hitting the categories below.
Cyber Week book deals
Cyber Week comics deals
Cyber Week movie deals
Cyber Week TV show deals
Cyber Week game deals
Cyber Week app deals
As an additional offer, you can also take advantage of half off a movie purchase through the Play Store when using the code CYBERDEALMOVIES2016. You can just fo...Thu, 24 Nov 2016 03:56:23 +0000Bla1ze190087 at http://crackberry.com<div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p><img src="https://crackberry.com/sites/crackberry.com/files/styles/large_wm_brw/public/article_images/2016/11/cyber-week-gp.jpg?itok=GNKrROYn" width="800" height="534" alt="" class="image-large_wm_brw aligncenter image-large" /></p>
<p>If shopping for digital goods instead of physical goods is how you prefer to spend your Black Friday, Google Play has you covered. Right now, until November 29, you can score some great deals on everything offered in Google Play including games, apps, books, movies, TV shows, comics and more.</p>
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<p>You can save up to 80% off games and in-app purchases for games There is also deals in place to get up to 80% off best-selling books and if movies and TV shows are more your thing, you can snag some movies starting at $6.99 while whole seasons of TV shows are available for as low as $8.99. Want comics? Those are available for up to 75% off. You check out each section by hitting the categories below.</p>
<ul class="col2"><li><a href="https://play.google.com/store/books/collection/promotion_1002388_books_cyberweek2016">Cyber Week book deals</a></li>
<li><a href="https://play.google.com/store/books/collection/promotion_1002416_comics_cyberweek2016">Cyber Week comics deals</a></li>
<li><a href="https://play.google.com/store/movies/collection/promotion_4001cc5_movies_cyberweek2016">Cyber Week movie deals</a></li>
<li><a href="https://play.google.com/store/movies/collection/promotion_4001cc2_tv_cyberweek2016">Cyber Week TV show deals</a></li>
<li><a href="https://play.google.com/store/info/topic?id=merch_topic_b0000a9_games_TopicPage_cyberweek2016">Cyber Week game deals</a></li>
<li><a href="https://play.google.com/store/info/topic?id=merch_topic_b0000a8_apps_TopicPage_cyberweek2016">Cyber Week app deals</a></li>
</ul><p>As an additional offer, you can also take advantage of half off a movie purchase through the Play Store when using the code <strong>CYBERDEALMOVIES2016</strong>. You can just <a href="https://play.google.com/store?code=CYBERDEALMOVIES2016">follow this link to the store</a>, click "redeem" and then have a look around. The discount will be applied at checkout. Keep in mind, the offers may not be applicable everywhere as some content will be region restricted.</p>
</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-tags field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/tag/google-play">Google Play</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-category field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/category/blackberry-news-rumors/blackberry-news">News &amp; Rumors</a></div></div></div>Power Tools updated for Android and goes on sale for BlackBerry 10http://crackberry.com/power-tools-updated-android-and-goes-sale-blackberry-10
Power Tools by Toysoft, the Swiss Army knife of apps, is available to download for both BlackBerry 10 and Android handsets. This utility tool is chock full of features for improving your productivity and efficiency on your BlackBerry device. For those of you use this app on your BlackBerry Priv, a new version is now available to download. With this release, Toysoft added a few new options including adding a Connections option for triggering Bluetooth and Wi-Fi.
New features in v2.1 for Android
Now compatible with OS6.x
Added Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connections. You can now trigger an action when connected and disconnected from a Bluetooth or Wi-Fi device
Redesigned all the layout screens
Added Shading option for wallpaper effect
UI cleanup
Bug fixes
Power Tools is available to download for free in Google Play. The free version restricts access to certain features but offers unlimited use. To unlock the full version, simply complete a $2.99 in-app purchase.
For BlackB...Thu, 16 Jun 2016 14:58:24 +0000Alicia Erlich189505 at http://crackberry.com<div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>Power Tools by Toysoft, the Swiss Army knife of apps, is available to download for both BlackBerry 10 and Android handsets. This utility tool is chock full of features for improving your productivity and efficiency on your BlackBerry device. For those of you use this app on your <a href="/blackberry-priv">BlackBerry Priv</a>, a new version is now available to download. With this release, Toysoft added a few new options including adding a Connections option for triggering Bluetooth and Wi-Fi.</p>
<p><img src="https://crackberry.com/sites/crackberry.com/files/styles/large_wm_brw/public/article_images/2016/06/power-tools-priv-android-update.jpg?itok=rf8-4y-7" width="800" height="533" alt="Power Tools updated for Android and goes on sale for BlackBerry 10" class="image-large_wm_brw aligncenter image-large" /><!--break--></p>
<p><strong>New features in v2.1 for Android</strong></p>
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<ul><li>Now compatible with OS6.x</li>
<li>Added Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connections. You can now trigger an action when connected and disconnected from a Bluetooth or Wi-Fi device</li>
<li>Redesigned all the layout screens</li>
<li>Added Shading option for wallpaper effect</li>
<li>UI cleanup</li>
<li>Bug fixes</li>
</ul></blockquote>
<p>Power Tools is available to download for free in Google Play. The free version restricts access to certain features but offers unlimited use. To unlock the full version, simply complete a $2.99 in-app purchase.</p>
<p>For <a href="/blackberry-10">BlackBerry 10</a> users, the BlackBerry World version is currently on-sale for $2.99 until June 30th.</p>
<p><a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.toysoft.powertools" title="" class="cta large">Learn more / Download Power Tools from the Google Play Store</a></p>
<p><a href="http://appworld.blackberry.com/webstore/content/40723891" title="Power Tools" class="cta large">Learn more / Purchase Power Tools from BlackBerry World</a></p>
</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-tags field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/tag/blackberry-10-apps">BlackBerry 10 apps</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/tag/blackberry-priv">BlackBerry Priv</a></div><div class="field-item even"><a href="/tag/google-play">Google Play</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-category field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/category/software">Apps</a></div></div></div>Create your own Time Lord adventures with the Doctor Who: Comic Creatorhttp://crackberry.com/create-your-own-time-lord-adventures-doctor-who-comic-creator
Have you ever watched Doctor Who and wondered what it would be like to take the helm and create your own adventure for the time traveling Time Lord? Now you can with the Doctor Who: Comic Creator. Whether you frame your own epic battles between Daleks and Cybermen, design a completely new monster, take off in the Tardis to destinations unknown, or read a brand new tale, you can accomplish all this and more with this comic generator.
The fun begins once you download the app for free in Google Play. However, while Doctor Who: Comic Creator is a free app, extras and add-on packs are available through in-app purchase. These packs include additional foes and monsters, companions, and Doctors. By default, your arsenal is stocked with several items to get you started such as alien backgrounds, two Doctors (the 11th and 12th to be more precise), various props including the Tardis and sonic screwdriver, speech and text bubbles, sounds, monsters, and Clara as your companion.
With these too...Fri, 27 May 2016 19:11:00 +0000Alicia Erlich189341 at http://crackberry.com<div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p><img src="https://crackberry.com/sites/crackberry.com/files/styles/large_wm_brw/public/article_images/2016/05/doctor-who-comic-creator.jpg?itok=pF6IeN_s" width="800" height="533" alt="Create your own time lord adventures with the Doctor Who: Comic Creator" class="image-large_wm_brw aligncenter image-large" /></p>
<p>Have you ever watched Doctor Who and wondered what it would be like to take the helm and create your own adventure for the time traveling Time Lord? Now you can with the Doctor Who: Comic Creator. Whether you frame your own epic battles between Daleks and Cybermen, design a completely new monster, take off in the Tardis to destinations unknown, or read a brand new tale, you can accomplish all this and more with this comic generator.</p>
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<p>The fun begins once you download the app for free in Google Play. However, while Doctor Who: Comic Creator is a free app, extras and add-on packs are available through in-app purchase. These packs include additional foes and monsters, companions, and Doctors. By default, your arsenal is stocked with several items to get you started such as alien backgrounds, two Doctors (the 11th and 12th to be more precise), various props including the Tardis and sonic screwdriver, speech and text bubbles, sounds, monsters, and Clara as your companion.</p>
<p>With these tools in hand, it's time to create your very own Doctor Who adventure. Simply tap on the comic creator icon from the main menu to begin. First, you must choose a cover and a title. Once that is done, it is time to pick the layout of your first page. Each option gives you the choice of one or more panels and their placement. It is up to you and your imagination on how you to want to fill them. By using the default set of characters and backgrounds, you can design and create any number of stories. These comics can then be viewed within the app.</p>
<p><img src="https://crackberry.com/sites/crackberry.com/files/styles/large/public/article_images/2016/05/doctor-who-comic-creator-example.jpg?itok=OXCzFQon" width="800" height="450" alt="Doctor Who: Comic Creator Example" class="image-large aligncenter" /></p>
<p>In order to unlock and insert additional props, effects, and characters into your comic, a trip to the store is required to purchase the aforementioned packs. Doctor Who: Comic Creator allows you to manipulate these images to fit your story by flipping, rotating, and duplicating them as needed.</p>
<p>In addition to the Comic Creator and Monster Maker functions, the app also serves as a Comic Reader. From here you can read an exclusive Doctor Who Comic called <strong>A Stitch in Time.</strong> The first part is available to read when you install the app while subsequent chapters are packaged with the add-on packs in the store. Another aspect of this app is the Fact Files section. From here you can delve into the backstories of the Doctors and Companions from the long-running series. However, accessing more than the 12th Doctor and Clara requires an in-app purchase as they are bundled with the packs from the store.</p>
<p>While Doctor Who: Comic Creator employs in-app purchases to access several features at a cost of $1.99 each, or a three-pack bundle for $3.99, it does not detract from how entertaining this app is. If you love Doctor Who, this is a great way to not only get the creative juices flowing but to keep you occupied until the show's tenth series returns in 2017 (not including the Christmas special).</p>
<p>You can download Doctor Who: Comic Creator in Google Play.</p>
<p><a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bbc.doctorwhocomiccreator" title="" class="cta large">Learn more / Download Doctor Who: Comic Creator from Google Play</a></p>
</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-tags field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/tag/blackberry-priv">BlackBerry Priv</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/tag/google-play">Google Play</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-category field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/category/software">Apps</a></div></div></div>Send and receive text messages with ease with EvolveSMShttp://crackberry.com/evolve-sms-blackberry-priv
The Messenger app on the BlackBerry Priv is one method with which you can send and receive SMS and MMS messages on Android. While it is a decent communications app, it lacks advanced features such as being able to switch easily between conversations and the ability to customize the appearance. The gestured based messaging app EvolveSMS balances form and function for your Priv. It offers an array of customizable options, as well as, features not found in a basic text messaging app.
What you first discover upon using EvolveSMS, is how it employs gestures, more specifically swipe-based gestures. These can be used to open the conversation list (swipe from the left edge of the screen), delete a particular thread, and effortlessly switch between messages to view or reply to contacts. This feature alone certainly makes navigating and using the app smoother to the stock app.
Now that we've seen how easy it is to use let's discuss what sets EvolveSMS apart from Messenger. The two most imp...Mon, 23 May 2016 18:49:30 +0000Alicia Erlich189366 at http://crackberry.com<div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p><img src="https://crackberry.com/sites/crackberry.com/files/styles/large_wm_brw/public/article_images/2016/05/evolvesms.jpg?itok=n0SAf9_o" width="800" height="533" alt="EvolveSMS" class="image-large_wm_brw aligncenter image-large" /></p>
<p>The Messenger app on the <a href="/blackberry-priv">BlackBerry Priv</a> is one method with which you can send and receive SMS and MMS messages on Android. While it is a decent communications app, it lacks advanced features such as being able to switch easily between conversations and the ability to customize the appearance. The gestured based messaging app EvolveSMS balances form and function for your Priv. It offers an array of customizable options, as well as, features not found in a basic text messaging app.</p>
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<p>What you first discover upon using EvolveSMS, is how it employs gestures, more specifically swipe-based gestures. These can be used to open the conversation list (swipe from the left edge of the screen), delete a particular thread, and effortlessly switch between messages to view or reply to contacts. This feature alone certainly makes navigating and using the app smoother to the stock app.</p>
<p>Now that we've seen how easy it is to use let's discuss what sets EvolveSMS apart from Messenger. The two most important aspects I will focus on is Visual Settings and Notification Settings as they are limited or non-existent in Messenger. With Visual Settings, you can change the look and style of the app, including text size for improved readability, modify the backgrounds and/or theme, and select a custom picture for each of your contacts. There are several built-in theme and color choices at your fingertips, or you can download hundreds of others in Google Play. You may also purchase the customization pack for $1.49 to unlock additional layouts and themes.</p>
<p>BlackBerry users looking to set individual LED and notifications for their contacts can find all this and more under the Notification Settings. EvolveSMS lets you customize the popup reply dialog box, enable quick text notifications, set the notification, LED, and vibration options, or set individual notifications for specific contacts. To set an individual notification for a particular contact, all you have to do is choose a contact, select an LED color and pattern, and pick a notification icon.</p>
<p>There are a plethora of other options available in EvolveSMS, including Pushbullet and Pebble support, delay sending, and the option to split SMS messages into compatible lengths. In addition to the customization pack, there is also an add-on feature pack for $1.49 which offers expanded MMS functionality, Dropbox/Google Drive backup syncing, Private inbox for certain messages, scheduled SMS messages, and Personalized Mass messages.</p>
<p>EvolveSMS is a feature-rich messaging app and a decent alternative to Messenger. If you want to exercise more control over the appearance and notifications of your texts, be sure to download it for free in Google Play.</p>
<p><a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.klinker.android.evolve_sms" title="" class="cta large">Learn more / Download EvolveSMS from Google Play</a></p>
</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-tags field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/tag/blackberry-priv">BlackBerry Priv</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/tag/google-play">Google Play</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-category field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/category/software">Apps</a></div></div></div>WordBubbles is a challenging word game with a twisthttp://crackberry.com/wordbubbles-challenging-word-game-twist
To keep my mind sharp and improve my vocabulary, I play word games. Whether it be word search, crossword puzzles, Scrabble, or Boggle, I've tried and enjoyed them all. The latest one to pop up on my radar is WordBubbles. Do not let the stylish and colorful interface fool you. This is a challenging game for those fond of word search style puzzles and brainteasers.
Being this is a word search puzzle, the goal is quite simple. You must swipe across, up, down, and diagonally to connect each letter/bubble to find the hidden words in the grid. However, if you didn't see it coming, there is a slight twist. Unlike other word games where the goal might be to find all of the hidden words which appear on a set list, with WordBubbles there is no list, and all of the words are unknown. Your goal is to determine the specific words the level is looking for as indicated by the empty rows and spaces below the grid. Each row is a word to be found, and each grey bubble is a letter. The number of wor...Mon, 28 Mar 2016 20:27:28 +0000Alicia Erlich189113 at http://crackberry.com<div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p><img src="https://crackberry.com/sites/crackberry.com/files/styles/large_wm_brw/public/article_images/2016/03/wordbubbles.jpg?itok=H5-BW_va" width="800" height="533" alt="WordBubbles is a challenging word game with a twist" class="image-large_wm_brw aligncenter image-large" /></p>
<p>To keep my mind sharp and improve my vocabulary, I play word games. Whether it be word search, crossword puzzles, Scrabble, or Boggle, I've tried and enjoyed them all. The latest one to pop up on my radar is WordBubbles. Do not let the stylish and colorful interface fool you. This is a challenging game for those fond of word search style puzzles and brainteasers.</p>
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<p>Being this is a word search puzzle, the goal is quite simple. You must swipe across, up, down, and diagonally to connect each letter/bubble to find the hidden words in the grid. However, if you didn't see it coming, there is a slight twist. Unlike other word games where the goal might be to find all of the hidden words which appear on a set list, with WordBubbles there is no list, and all of the words are unknown. Your goal is to determine the specific words the level is looking for as indicated by the empty rows and spaces below the grid. Each row is a word to be found, and each grey bubble is a letter. The number of words and their length vary by difficulty and increase as you progress. This game wouldn't be challenging if it also didn't ask you to swipe each letter in the correct order as long as they are adjacent to one another. If you find you are unable to swipe to connect bubbles, you probably need to restart the level.</p>
<p>This concept makes WordBubbles a game of trial and error to arrive at the correct combination of letters. While each category has a certain theme (i.e. Coral, Algae, and Oyster), the words and levels do not. Hints are given for free and earned as you play. If you require more, you can purchase them within the app. However, I warn you hints only give one letter of one word at a time. As the words in each level are random, hints do not always help.</p>
<p>Word Bubbles comes with more than 400 levels and a daily challenge to earn free bonus hints. It's fun, challenging, and exercises your brain all at the same time.</p>
<p>You can download WordBubbles for free in Google Play for the BlackBerry Priv, the <a href="/tag/amazon-underground">Amazon Underground</a> (US, UK, Germany, and France only), or the <a href="/amazon-appstore">Amazon Appstore</a> for <a href="/blackberry-10">BlackBerry 10</a> devices. WordBubbles does show ads at the bottom of the screen, but an in-app purchase of one of the hint packs can remove them.</p>
<ul class="cta large"><li><a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.apprope.wordbubbles&amp;hl=en">Learn more / Download WordBubbles from Google Play</a></li>
<li><a href="/how-get-android-apps-blackberry-amazon-appstore" title="How to get Android apps on BlackBerry from the Amazon Appstore">Learn how to install WordBubbles from the Amazon Appstore</a></li>
</ul></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-tags field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/tag/amazon-appstore">Amazon Appstore</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/tag/google-play">Google Play</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-category field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/category/blackberry-games">Games</a></div></div></div>Mimicker Alarm offers a new way to wake up in the morninghttp://crackberry.com/mimicker-alarm-offers-new-way-wake-morning
Mornings are not my strong suit. While members of my family would wake up refreshed ready to start the day, it would take two different alarm clocks and several taps of the snooze button before I could get out of bed. For those who need a little extra motivation to wake up in the morning, there is Mimicker Alarm. This Microsoft Garage Project puts a different spin on the daily alarm clock. Rather than just waking up in the morning to a standard alarm, Mimicker has you hunt for colors, solve tongue twisters, and even take selfies.
Using Mimicker is quite simple. Similar to other alarms you can set a name, tone, vibration, and repeat daily. The added option is choosing a task, or mimic, to perform to turn your alarm off. In settings, you are giving the option of setting one, two, or all three mimics for each alarm.
The first mimic is titled Color Capture. If this game is triggered, you must match a given color by snapping a pic. For instance, Mimicker will ask you to take a photogr...Sat, 26 Mar 2016 19:12:31 +0000Alicia Erlich189114 at http://crackberry.com<div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p><img src="https://crackberry.com/sites/crackberry.com/files/styles/large_wm_brw/public/article_images/2016/03/mimicker-alarm.jpg?itok=cikAZ-80" width="800" height="533" alt="Mimicker Alarm offers a new way to wake up in the morning" class="image-large_wm_brw aligncenter image-large" /></p>
<p>Mornings are not my strong suit. While members of my family would wake up refreshed ready to start the day, it would take two different alarm clocks and several taps of the snooze button before I could get out of bed. For those who need a little extra motivation to wake up in the morning, there is Mimicker Alarm. This Microsoft Garage Project puts a different spin on the daily alarm clock. Rather than just waking up in the morning to a standard alarm, Mimicker has you hunt for colors, solve tongue twisters, and even take selfies.</p>
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<p>Using Mimicker is quite simple. Similar to other alarms you can set a name, tone, vibration, and repeat daily. The added option is choosing a task, or mimic, to perform to turn your alarm off. In settings, you are giving the option of setting one, two, or all three mimics for each alarm.</p>
<p>The first mimic is titled Color Capture. If this game is triggered, you must match a given color by snapping a pic. For instance, Mimicker will ask you to take a photograph of the color red. The app grants you a limited time to complete a task before the alarm goes off again. In this case, you only have about thirty seconds to find an object in your general area that is the color red or at least has a bit of red in it.</p>
<p>Express Yourself is the second mimic and requires taking a selfie. Not just any selfie I might add, the app asks you to express certain emotions such as a happy face or a disgusted face.</p>
<p>The third and final mimic is Tongue Twister and it involves repeating the phrase displayed on the screen. There is nothing like having to repeat "Peter piper picked a peck of pickled peppers" at 6:00am in the morning and before the countdown ends.</p>
<p>Out of all the alarm clocks I've used over the years, Mimicker Alarm is an inventive way to stop hitting the snooze button in the morning.</p>
<p>You can download Mimicker Alarm for free in Google Play.</p>
<p><a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.microsoft.mimickeralarm&amp;hl=en" title="" class="cta large">Learn more / Download Mimicker Alarm from Google Play</a></p>
</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-tags field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/tag/google-play">Google Play</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/tag/blackberry-priv">BlackBerry Priv</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-category field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/category/blackberry-games">Games</a></div></div></div>BlackBerry App Roundup for March 18, 2016: Games, productivity apps, and more!http://crackberry.com/blackberry-app-roundup-march-18-2016
Howdy CrackBerry nation! Another week has passed so you know what that means? Not only is it time to share with you another batch of apps for your BlackBerry 10 or Priv smartphone, but it's also time to catch up on all the news that transpired since we last met.
Starting things off this week was a brand new episode of the BerryFlow Podcast, where the team tackled several topics including the BlackBerry Priv Autoloaders and the Mobility Summit on April 6. This week also brought with it a few updates, which includes Camera++, Inst10, and the Priv's BlackBerry Services.
Now it's time to bring you this week's picks for all you passionate BlackBerry addicts out there. You can find each app and game I've rustled up for you by clicking through the gallery below. If your favorite didn't make the cut this week, remember you can help by offering your suggestions at the end.
Compose by Glam Software
Looking for a minimalist text editor to provide distraction-free writing? Compose remove...Fri, 18 Mar 2016 21:33:08 +0000Alicia Erlich189085 at http://crackberry.com<div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p><img src="https://crackberry.com/sites/crackberry.com/files/styles/large_wm_brw/public/article_images/2016/01/app-roundup-012216.jpg?itok=ncz2Mji3" width="800" height="533" alt="BlackBerry App Roundup 3/18/16" class="image-large_wm_brw aligncenter image-large" /></p>
<p>Howdy CrackBerry nation! Another week has passed so you know what that means? Not only is it time to share with you another batch of apps for your <a href="/blackberry-10">BlackBerry 10</a> or <a href="/blackberry-priv">Priv</a> smartphone, but it's also time to catch up on all the news that transpired since we last met.</p>
<p>Starting things off this week was a brand new episode of the <a href="/berryflow-upstream-podcast-radar">BerryFlow Podcast</a>, where the team tackled several topics including the <a href="/blackberry-priv-autoloaders-now-available-download">BlackBerry Priv Autoloaders</a> and the <a href="/blackberry-hosting-mobility-summit-april-6">Mobility Summit on April 6</a>. This week also brought with it a few updates, which includes <a href="/camera-adds-support-bluetooth-selfie-sticks-and-improved-time-lapse-photography-v340">Camera++</a>, <a href="/inst10-instagram-update-brings-numerous-fixes-and-update-api">Inst10</a>, and the Priv's <a href="/blackberry-services-priv-updated-minor-bug-fixes">BlackBerry Services</a>.</p>
<p>Now it's time to bring you this week's picks for all you passionate BlackBerry addicts out there. You can find each app and game I've rustled up for you by clicking through the gallery below. If your favorite didn't make the cut this week, remember you can help by offering your suggestions at the end.
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<h2 data-title="Compose">Compose by Glam Software</h2>
<p><img src="https://crackberry.com/sites/crackberry.com/files/styles/large_wm_brw/public/article_images/2016/03/compose.jpg?itok=004cjYD5" width="800" height="533" alt="Compose" class="image-large_wm_brw aligncenter image-large" /></p>
<p>Looking for a minimalist text editor to provide distraction-free writing? Compose removes the unnecessary parts to ensure you only focus on the words being written. It does retain the important elements of a text editor such as word count, font type and size, folder system for organizing files, and autosave.</p>
<p>Compose offers a clean and simple interface for all your writing needs no matter where you are. In addition to being a basic text editor, it comes with Markdown support and preview, Dropbox synchronization, backup/restore, and the ability to switch between a light/dark/sepia theme.</p>
<p>Whether you wish to jot down notes or tasks, write a story, or draft a message for work, Compose utilizes the entire screen to keep you focused.</p>
<p>You can find Compose in BlackBerry World for $3.99.</p>
<p><a href="http://appworld.blackberry.com/webstore/content/59991991" title="Compse" class="cta large">Learn more / Purchase Compose from BlackBerry World</a>
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<h2 data-title="Trove">Trove by Glendonwyn Inc.</h2>
<p><img src="https://crackberry.com/sites/crackberry.com/files/styles/large_wm_brw/public/article_images/2016/03/trove.jpg?itok=2bk9Q-YV" width="800" height="533" alt="Trove" class="image-large_wm_brw aligncenter image-large" /></p>
<p>I recently renewed my renter's insurance policy and it reminded me how I needed to keep things in order. One such way is with a home inventory app. These type of apps can track what you own and their value and can be used for insurance purposes, as well as, other events that may arise. Trove is a new addition to the BlackBerry storefront and is designed for just this purpose.</p>
<p>Trove is a clean and easy-to-use native application for storing and documenting information on the belongings in your home or apartment. It allows you to enter in a detailed list of your possessions including a description, photo, the make, model, and serial number, and value. You can enter in items ranging from jewelry and electronics, to furniture and more personalized pieces.</p>
<p>For those who wish to track their inventory, you can find this native app in BlackBerry World for $0.99.</p>
<p><a href="http://appworld.blackberry.com/webstore/content/59990056" title="Trove" class="cta large">Learn more / Purchase Trove from BlackBerry World</a>
</p>
<h2 data-title="Stack">Stack by Ketchapp</h2>
<p><img src="https://crackberry.com/sites/crackberry.com/files/styles/large_wm_brw/public/article_images/2016/03/stack.jpg?itok=HSMmBrMi" width="800" height="533" alt="Stack" class="image-large_wm_brw aligncenter image-large" /></p>
<p>As the name Stack implies, the goal of this Android game is to stack the blocks as high as you can. The game is quite simple as the blocks fly in from both sides of the screen and it is up to you to match it up perfectly to the block underneath. If you do, you move on to the next. If not, part of the block is cut-off, meaning you have a smaller area with which to align the next block in the tower.</p>
<p>What sets Stack apart from the rest are the graphics and eye-catching colors, as well as the straightforward simplicity. Fun and engaging, this is certainly a great way to pass the time.</p>
<p>Stack is free to download from Google Play with ads. If you wish to remove ads, this requires an in-app purchase of $1.86.</p>
<p><a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ketchapp.stack" title="" class="cta large">Learn more / Download Stack from Google Play</a>
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<h2 data-title="Agar.io">Agar.io by Miniclip.com </h2>
<p><img src="https://crackberry.com/sites/crackberry.com/files/styles/large_wm_brw/public/article_images/2016/03/agario.jpg?itok=GFRTRQKb" width="800" height="533" alt="Agario" class="image-large_wm_brw aligncenter image-large" /></p>
<p>Another interesting game to be downloaded from Google Play this week is Agar.io. In this universe, you are but a tiny cell looking to become the biggest of them all. How do you accomplish this? You do so by absorbing, or eating, smaller cells (some of which are controlled by other players), to grow larger. Also, this must be accomplished without being eaten by the larger players.</p>
<p>The controls for Agar.io are easy to use: simply glide your finger across the screen to navigate your cell, or tap in the general direction you wish to go. However, these can be adjusted in settings. My only issue is trying to survive beyond five seconds. Every direction I turn there seems to be a monster cell lurking about.</p>
<p>What I find interesting is how the other players customize their cells. This is accomplished by purchasing skins either by using the coins earned through gameplay or by purchasing additional coins. You may also purchase XP and Mass Boosts as well in Agar.io's store.</p>
<p>Agar.io is both frustrating and entertaining at the same time. You can download it for free in Google Play.</p>
<p><a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.miniclip.agar.io" title="" class="cta large">Learn more / Download Agar.io from Google Play</a>
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<h2 data-title="Personal Finance">Personal Finance by Paemark Dev</h2>
<p><img src="https://crackberry.com/sites/crackberry.com/files/styles/large_wm_brw/public/article_images/2016/03/personal-finance.jpg?itok=DoQDGIyw" width="800" height="533" alt="Personal Finance" class="image-large_wm_brw aligncenter image-large" /></p>
<p>When it comes to personal finances, we can always use a handy app for figuring out various calculations. Personal Finance is one such app that comes with an array of features to help you handle these complex financial equations.</p>
<p>Whether you wish to calculate the monthly costs of a purchasing or re-financing a car, the amount of time you can pay off your credit card debt, or to determine mortgages or student loans, Personal Finance is quite useful.</p>
<p>In addition to the calculations described above, it also can help determine compound interest, debt ratio, cash flow, present value, and future value.</p>
<p>You can find Personal Finance in BlackBerry World for $0.99.</p>
<p><a href="http://appworld.blackberry.com/webstore/content/59990212" title="Personal Finance" class="cta large">Learn more / Purchase Personal Finance from BlackBerry World</a>
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<h2 data-title="News review">What You Might Have Missed</h2>
<h3>You can now search for all the things in the CrackBerry Android app!</h3>
<p><img src="https://crackberry.com/sites/crackberry.com/files/styles/large_wm_brw/public/article_images/2016/03/android-apps-update-cb.jpg?itok=xBj1EuTL" width="800" height="600" alt="CrackBerry Android app update" class="image-large_wm_brw aligncenter image-large" /></p>
<p>For those of you who own the <a href="/blackberry-priv">BlackBerry Priv</a> or a different Android device, the CrackBerry Android app was updated in Google Play this week with a few tweaks and fixes, as well as, a brand new feature. What is this feature you may ask? We added a shiny new search option. With this update, you can now search and get results for everything on the blog, forum threads, and individual posts. As <a href="/you-can-now-search-all-things-our-android-apps">Phil Nickinson pointed out</a>, you can now search for all the things!</p>
<p>If you haven't grabbed it already, be sure to fire up Google Play on your device and download the latest version of the CrackBerry Android app and take advantage of this awesome new feature.</p>
<p><a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.crackberry.app" title="" class="cta large">Learn more / Download the CrackBerry Android app from Google Play</a></p>
<h3>Until next week</h3>
<p>That's it for this week folks. For more apps and games, be sure to head on over to the <a href="http://forums.crackberry.com/" title="CrackBerry Forums" rel="nofollow">CrackBerry Forums</a> where you will find even more hidden gems to choose from whether it be for <a href="/blackberry-10" title="BlackBerry 10" rel="nofollow">BlackBerry 10</a>, BBOS, the <a href="/blackberry-playbook" title="BlackBerry PlayBook" rel="nofollow">BlackBerry PlayBook</a>, or even <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps" title="" rel="nofollow">Android Apps in the Google Play store</a> for the <a href="/blackberry-priv" title="BlackBerry Priv">BlackBerry Priv</a>. Of course, you can always find the latest and greatest top editor's picks in the <a href="/apps" title="CrackBerry App Gallery" rel="nofollow">CrackBerry App Gallery</a>. Are there any apps or games you would like to see? Feel free to leave your suggestions in the comments.</p>
</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-tags field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/tag/blackberry-10-apps">BlackBerry 10 apps</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/tag/blackberry-10-games">BlackBerry 10 Games</a></div><div class="field-item even"><a href="/tag/blackberry-app-roundup">BlackBerry App Roundup</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/tag/google-play">Google Play</a></div><div class="field-item even"><a href="/tag/btbl">btbl</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-category field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/category/software">Apps</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/category/blackberry-games">Games</a></div></div></div>BlackBerry App Roundup for March 11, 2016: Games, photo editing, and more!http://crackberry.com/blackberry-app-roundup-march-11-2016
Howdy CrackBerry nation! Another week has passed so you know what that means? Not only is it time to share with you another batch of apps for your BlackBerry 10 or Priv smartphone, but it's also time to catch up on all the news that transpired since we last met.
Starting things off this week was a brand new episode of the BerryFlow Podcast, where James and Alex discussed an array of topics including a new direct device sales program for business owners and IT administrators. For Priv owners looking for day-to-day protection, you can read our in-depth review of the Seidio Surface Case for the BlackBerry Priv. Finally, BlackBerry started rolling out the March security patch.
Now it's time to bring you this week's picks for all you passionate BlackBerry addicts out there. You can find each app and game I've rustled up for you by clicking through the gallery below. If your favorite didn't make the cut this week, remember you can help by offering your suggestions at the end.
Pocket D...Sat, 12 Mar 2016 01:16:03 +0000Alicia Erlich189062 at http://crackberry.com<div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p><img src="https://crackberry.com/sites/crackberry.com/files/styles/large_wm_brw/public/article_images/2016/01/app-roundup-012216.jpg?itok=ncz2Mji3" width="800" height="533" alt="BlackBerry App Roundup 3/11/16" class="image-large_wm_brw aligncenter image-large" /></p>
<p>Howdy CrackBerry nation! Another week has passed so you know what that means? Not only is it time to share with you another batch of apps for your <a href="/blackberry-10">BlackBerry 10</a> or <a href="/blackberry-priv">Priv</a> smartphone, but it's also time to catch up on all the news that transpired since we last met.</p>
<p>Starting things off this week was a brand new episode of the <a href="/berryflow-upstream-podcast-big-red">BerryFlow Podcast</a>, where James and Alex discussed an array of topics including a new <a href="/blackberry-launches-new-direct-sales-program-business-owners-and-it-administrators">direct device sales program for business owners and IT administrators</a>. For Priv owners looking for day-to-day protection, you can read our in-depth review of the <a href="/get-slim-sleek-protection-your-priv-seidio-surface-case">Seidio Surface Case for the BlackBerry Priv</a>. Finally, BlackBerry started rolling out the <a href="/march-security-patches-now-available-blackberry-priv">March security patch</a>.</p>
<p>Now it's time to bring you this week's picks for all you passionate BlackBerry addicts out there. You can find each app and game I've rustled up for you by clicking through the gallery below. If your favorite didn't make the cut this week, remember you can help by offering your suggestions at the end.
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<h2 data-title="Pocket Doctor">Pocket Doctor by TPSoft</h2>
<p><img src="https://crackberry.com/sites/crackberry.com/files/styles/large_wm_brw/public/article_images/2016/03/pocket-doctor.jpg?itok=EgopRrAQ" width="800" height="533" alt="Pocket Doctor" class="image-large_wm_brw aligncenter image-large" /></p>
<p>If you are looking to enhance your knowledge and understanding of medical issues, Pocket Doctor is one such resource for your BlackBerry 10 device.</p>
<p>Pocket Doctor is a user-friendly app for researching information on various medical topics. It provides an A-Z listing of medical conditions in the encyclopedia, a symptoms analyzer, first aid information with simple step-by-step instructions, a 7-minute full body workout, a drug dictionary, and healthy recipes. All content can be used offline and no internet connection is required.</p>
<p>You can download Pocket Doctor for free in BlackBerry World. However, this is a trial version which only grants access to the First Aid, Emergency Number, and 7-Minute Workout sections. In order to access the remaining features, an in-app purchase of $2.99 is required</p>
<p>Please note this app is for informational purposes only and you should always consult with a qualified health care provider.</p>
<p><a href="http://appworld.blackberry.com/webstore/content/59942275" title="Pocket Doctor" class="cta large">Learn more / Purchase Pocket Doctor from BlackBerry World</a>
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<h2 data-title="PhotoStar">PhotoStar by Daniel Bigham</h2>
<p><img src="https://crackberry.com/sites/crackberry.com/files/styles/large_wm_brw/public/article_images/2016/03/photostar.jpg?itok=SUV5p5G2" width="800" height="533" alt="PhotoStar" class="image-large_wm_brw aligncenter image-large" /></p>
<p>PhotoStar has been in development for quite some time if you've been following the <a href="http://forums.crackberry.com/app-announcements-f281/photostar-sneak-peek-978987/">forum thread</a> and has finally made its debut in BlackBerry World. This photo utility app offers several useful features for organizing, managing, and sharing your photos to friends, family, and followers.</p>
<p>We all know there are rules for triaging your emails, but what if there was something similar with photos? This is what sets PhotoStar apart. You can create rules for your photos to initiate specific actions. For instance, you could create a rule that if you give a rating of 4 or higher to certain photos, they will automatically be sent to a certain individual. In addition, you can create a rule that photos rated 3 or better will automatically be saved to your Dropbox account so that nothing important is ever lost. Finally, its possible to create the rule that every photo you rate as 1 star will be automatically deleted. There are just a few examples of what you can do with PhotoStar.</p>
<p>PhotoStar also presents you with the ability to share to multiple accounts with only one tap. All you have to is tap on the photo and select each service, no need to retype the information. It supports Facebook, Twitter, Picassa, Flickr, Dropbox, and email.</p>
<p>Finally, PhotoStar allows you to search by rating, tags, person, location, and date, offers face recognition through faceplusplus.com to help automate tagging photos, and comes with geotagging.</p>
<p>PhotoStar is compatible with all <a href="/blackberry-10">BlackBerry 10</a> handsets and is $0.99 to purchase in BlackBerry World.</p>
<p><a href="https://appworld.blackberry.com/webstore/content/59984304" title="PhotoStar" class="cta large">Learn more / Purchase PhotoStar from BlackBerry World</a>
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<h2 data-title="Kiosk Pro">Kiosk Pro by Toysoft Inc.</h2>
<p><img src="https://crackberry.com/sites/crackberry.com/files/styles/large_wm_brw/public/article_images/2016/03/kiosk-pro.jpg?itok=MeMGxpGP" width="800" height="533" alt="Kiosk Pro" class="image-large_wm_brw aligncenter image-large" /></p>
<p>Kiosk Pro is the latest app release from Toysoft for the Android platform. In simple terms, Kiosk Pro is a customized launcher which allows you or your organization to demo or try apps in a secure environment without granting access to the rest of the device.</p>
<p>Once Kiosk mode is activated, the party using your device can only access and run applications you (the administrator) designate in settings. This means the end user cannot view or access email messages nor will they be able to share or view files. While in this mode, please be aware several features are disabled, such as the Notification Toolbar, so you and the other party will not be able to see or view incoming messages or alerts, the Recent launched application list, and the Google search toolbar. Administrators also have the option of disabling WiFi and Bluetooth access.</p>
<p>The app itself is password protected so only you can start and stop kiosk mode as well as make other modifications. While organizations can use this to demo products, you can also use this to restrict usage when loaning your device to family, friends, or even your children when playing games. Kiosk Pro provides up to three homescreens for you to add applications and the option to set wallpaper.</p>
<p>Please note, in order to function properly, Kiosk Pro must be set as the default launcher.</p>
<p>You can download Kiosk Pro for free in Google Play. An in app purchase of $0.99 is required to unlock.</p>
<p><a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.toysoft.kioskpro" title="" class="cta large">Learn more / Download Kiosk Pro from Google Play</a>
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<h2 data-title="Tiny Guardians">Tiny Guardians by Kurechii </h2>
<p><img src="https://crackberry.com/sites/crackberry.com/files/styles/large_wm_brw/public/article_images/2016/03/tiny-guardians.jpg?itok=k9XWFZ2y" width="800" height="533" alt="Tiny Guardians" class="image-large_wm_brw aligncenter image-large" /></p>
<p>Tiny Guardians is an adventurous and strategic tower defense game for your BlackBerry Priv. The interesting part about this game is that there are no towers. Instead, the action centers around the main character, Lunalie, who ventures out with her unique guardians to search for her missing aunt, The Sorceress. It is your job to summon these guardians, with magical cards and spells, to protect her against the various enemies they meet on their journey. The challenge part is managing your resources and guardians as well as creating an effective strategy all while trying to defeat the wild beasts and creatures who block your path.</p>
<p>Tiny Guardians comes with stunning visuals, 12 guardian classes, over 40 diverse enemies, unique boss fights, and specials events. Each level comes with a Story and Challenge Mode with three levels of difficulty each.</p>
<p>You can download Tiny Guardians for free in Google Play. There are in app purchase to help you advance and unlock achievements.</p>
<p><a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.kurechii.tinyguardians" title="" class="cta large">Learn more / Download Tiny Guardians from Google Play</a>
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<h2 data-title="Top Bike">Top Bike: Real Racing Speed &amp; Best Moto Drag Racer by T-Bull</h2>
<p><img src="https://crackberry.com/sites/crackberry.com/files/styles/large_wm_blw/public/article_images/2016/03/top-bike.jpg?itok=EUaw9BrI" width="800" height="533" alt="Top Bike" class="image-large_wm_blw aligncenter image-large" /></p>
<p>From the developer that brought you <a href="/top-speed-blackberry-10">Top Speed</a> comes another adrenaline fueled racing game, called Top Bike. It is an engaging and exciting game where you try to battle gangs and prove yourself against the brutal kings of the road using only your customized motorbike.</p>
<p>Top Bike is broken down into a set of districts, each with their own unique look and feel. Once again, T-Bull brings their A-game in terms of visuals, customizations, and drag racing action. You should have no difficulty steering your bike through the different courses, modes, and challenges. You can also choose from over 71 heavily modified bikes</p>
<p>If you're looking for some fast and fun action, Top Bike fits the bill. You can download for free in BlackBerry World.</p>
<p><a href="http://appworld.blackberry.com/webstore/content/59988735" title="Top Bike" class="cta large">Learn more / Download Top Bike from BlackBerry World</a>
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<h2 data-title="News review">What You Might Have Missed</h2>
<h3>Track and manage your medications with PillPad - 50 percent off for a limited time</h3>
<p><img src="https://crackberry.com/sites/crackberry.com/files/styles/large_wm_brw/public/article_images/2014/11/pillpad-bb10.jpg?itok=U5ooXik9" width="800" height="600" alt="PillPad" class="image-large_wm_brw aligncenter image-large" /></p>
<p>For those with medical conditions looking to track and organize their prescriptions, PillPad offers a convenient way to manage them. Whether you wish to export the list to review with your physician, set refill reminders, or even research the medication with your local pharmacy, PillPad does this and more. It is also useful in emergency situations where you need to provide medical personnel with a complete history of your medications and their dosages.</p>
<p>For a limited time, PillPad is on sale for 50% off, $0.99, in BlackBerry World. All proceeds generated from this sale will go to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation to help fund research for CF.</p>
<p>PillPad is compatible with all BlackBerry 10 handsets.</p>
<p><a href="http://appworld.blackberry.com/webstore/content/19042021" title="PillPad" class="cta large">Learn more / Purchase PillPad from BlackBerry World</a></p>
<h3>Until next week</h3>
<p>That's it for this week folks. For more apps and games, be sure to head on over to the <a href="http://forums.crackberry.com/" title="CrackBerry Forums" rel="nofollow">CrackBerry Forums</a> where you will find even more hidden gems to choose from whether it be for <a href="/blackberry-10" title="BlackBerry 10" rel="nofollow">BlackBerry 10</a>, BBOS, the <a href="/blackberry-playbook" title="BlackBerry PlayBook" rel="nofollow">BlackBerry PlayBook</a>, or even <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps" title="" rel="nofollow">Android Apps in the Google Play store</a> for the <a href="/blackberry-priv" title="BlackBerry Priv">BlackBerry Priv</a>. Of course, you can always find the latest and greatest top editor's picks in the <a href="/apps" title="CrackBerry App Gallery" rel="nofollow">CrackBerry App Gallery</a>. Are there any apps or games you would like to see? Feel free to leave your suggestions in the comments.</p>
</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-tags field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/tag/blackberry-app-roundup">BlackBerry App Roundup</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/tag/blackberry-10-games">BlackBerry 10 Games</a></div><div class="field-item even"><a href="/tag/blackberry-10-apps">BlackBerry 10 apps</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/tag/google-play">Google Play</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-category field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/category/software">Apps</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/category/blackberry-games">Games</a></div></div></div>BlackBerry App Roundup for March 4, 2016: Games, launchers, and more!http://crackberry.com/blackberry-app-roundup-march-4-2016
Howdy CrackBerry nation! Another week has passed so you know what that means? Not only is it time to share with you another batch of apps for your BlackBerry 10 or Priv smartphone, but it's also time to catch up on all the news that transpired since we last met.
Starting things off this week was a brand new episode of the BerryFlow Podcast, where James, Chris, and Alex discussed the various BlackBerry announcements from Mobile World Congress and Embedded World. We also saw BlackBerry roll out several app updates to the Priv, which brought additional functionality and fixes to the BlackBerry Keyboard, Camera, and Launcher. Most importantly, this week marked the long awaited arrival of the BlackBerry Priv on Verizon.
Now it's time to bring you this week's picks for all you passionate BlackBerry addicts out there. You can find each app and game I've rustled up for you by clicking through the gallery below. If your favorite didn't make the cut this week, remember you can help by offeri...Fri, 04 Mar 2016 17:17:52 +0000Alicia Erlich189047 at http://crackberry.com<div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p><img src="https://crackberry.com/sites/crackberry.com/files/styles/large_wm_brw/public/article_images/2016/01/app-roundup-012216.jpg?itok=ncz2Mji3" width="800" height="533" alt="BlackBerry App Roundup 3/4/16" class="image-large_wm_brw aligncenter image-large" /></p>
<p>Howdy CrackBerry nation! Another week has passed so you know what that means? Not only is it time to share with you another batch of apps for your <a href="/blackberry-10">BlackBerry 10</a> or <a href="/blackberry-priv">Priv</a> smartphone, but it's also time to catch up on all the news that transpired since we last met.</p>
<p>Starting things off this week was a brand new episode of the <a href="/berryflow-upstream-podcast-mwc16">BerryFlow Podcast</a>, where James, Chris, and Alex discussed the various BlackBerry announcements from Mobile World Congress and Embedded World. We also saw BlackBerry roll out several app updates to the Priv, which brought additional functionality and fixes to the <a href="/blackberry-keyboard-priv-updated-improved-predictions-corrections-and-enhanced-control-physical">BlackBerry Keyboard</a>, <a href="/blackberry-priv-camera-update-brings-slow-motion-video-and-bug-fixes">Camera</a>, and <a href="/blackberry-launcher-update-allows-you-set-default-home-screen-delete-home-screen-and-remove-apps">Launcher</a>. Most importantly, this week marked the long awaited arrival of the <a href="/blackberry-priv-now-available-verizon">BlackBerry Priv on Verizon</a>.</p>
<p>Now it's time to bring you this week's picks for all you passionate BlackBerry addicts out there. You can find each app and game I've rustled up for you by clicking through the gallery below. If your favorite didn't make the cut this week, remember you can help by offering your suggestions at the end.
</p>
<h2 data-title="Synonyms">Synonyms by Jacopo Federici</h2>
<p><img src="https://crackberry.com/sites/crackberry.com/files/styles/large_wm_brw/public/article_images/2016/03/synonyms.jpg?itok=FbJmWA28" width="800" height="533" alt="Synonyms" class="image-large_wm_brw aligncenter image-large" /></p>
<p>Previously available in the <a href="/blackberry-beta-zone">BlackBerry Beta Zone</a>, Synonyms is a native BlackBerry application to search for, as the name implies, words having the same or nearly the same meaning as the original.</p>
<p>Synonyms is a simple tool for searching and discovering alternate words for whatever task or writing assignment you are working on. All you have to do is type in the word and it will list the parts of speech and the list of acceptable words that can be used in its place. It comes with over 200,000 synonyms, rapid copy to clipboard, abbreviation list, and Wikipedia page integration.</p>
<p>You can find Synonyms in BlackBerry World for $1.99. An ITA version is also available called Sinonimi.</p>
<p><a href="http://appworld.blackberry.com/webstore/content/59989043" title="Synonyms" class="cta large">Learn more / Purchase Synonyms from BlackBerry World</a>
</p>
<h2 data-title="Galactic Nemesis">Galactic Nemesis by CS54 INC</h2>
<p><img src="https://crackberry.com/sites/crackberry.com/files/styles/large_wm_brw/public/article_images/2016/03/galactic-nemesis.jpg?itok=6-oOn3jC" width="800" height="533" alt="Galactic Nemesis" class="image-large_wm_brw aligncenter image-large" /></p>
<p>As a child, I grew up playing Space Invaders on my Atari and Colecovision video-game consoles. The object of this classic shooter game was to move your ship horizontally across the board to fire at aliens descending from the top of the screen. Galactic Nemesis offers a modern take on the genre. It retains the 8-bit arcade style graphics, albeit with a little more color and detail.</p>
<p>With Galactic Nemesis, not only are you battling waves of alien races and mega bosses but the original's line formation is replaced with alien ships attacking from various directions. All you have have to do is drag your ship across the screen to avoid enemy fire and shoot. There are 48 stages to complete, 10 ships to upgrade to, challenges to complete, coins to earn (to purchase upgrades), and, of course, the retro music and graphics.</p>
<p>Galactic Nemesis may be simplistic, but it offers hours of fun. It takes the original and updates it just enough without losing what made it so addictive in the first place.</p>
<p>You can download Galactic Nemesis for free in the <a href="/tag/amazon-underground">Amazon Underground</a> (US, UK, Germany, and France only) or in the <a href="/amazon-appstore">Amazon Appstore</a>.</p>
<p><a href="/how-get-android-apps-blackberry-amazon-appstore" title="How to get Android apps on BlackBerry from the Amazon Appstore" class="cta large">Learn how to install Galactic Nemesis from the Amazon Appstore</a>
</p>
<h2 data-title="TSF Launcher 3D">TSF Launcher 3D Shell by TSFUI</h2>
<p><img src="https://crackberry.com/sites/crackberry.com/files/styles/large_wm_brw/public/article_images/2016/03/tsf-launcher.jpg?itok=Bm7B55qU" width="800" height="533" alt="TSF Launcher 3D" class="image-large_wm_brw aligncenter image-large" /></p>
<p>TSF Launcher 3D is an Android Launcher which gives you the ability to customize several, if not all, of the elements of the home screen. Not only can you redefine the font, icons, and backgrounds, but you can even change the dock bar, App Drawer, and how you switch screens. It offers a unique graphical interface, including menus, widgets, and batch icons, to make your screen stand out.</p>
<p>When it comes to downloading different themes and icons, you can use the default or choose to download download icon packs (such as the cartoon one shown in the image above). TSF also allows you to change the dock, adjust gestures, has its own customizable App Drawer and smooth animation transition effects. What I do enjoy about TSF is the ease of use, the 3D visualizations, and the exclusive widgets, such as Message, Clock, Weather, Memo, Music, and Gallery.</p>
<p>This launcher quickly and easily changes the various elements on your BlackBerry Priv.</p>
<p>You can download TSF Launcher 3D Shell in Google Play for free.</p>
<p><a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.tsf.shell" title="" class="cta large">Learn more / Download TSF Launcher 3D from Google Play</a>
</p>
<h2 data-title="Journal – Diary, Journal">Journal – Diary, Journal by Two App Studio Pte. Ltd.</h2>
<p><img src="https://crackberry.com/sites/crackberry.com/files/styles/large_wm_brw/public/article_images/2016/03/journal-diary.jpg?itok=oMnLgkIA" width="800" height="533" alt="Journal" class="image-large_wm_brw aligncenter image-large" /></p>
<p>I often switch between an old fashioned pen and paper journal and using an app to document various events. Journey is one such app for capturing life's moments. Whether it be to chronicle a trip, preserving a special moment, or just documenting your innermost thoughts, this intuitive app is focused on helping you log and revisit these moments.</p>
<p>Journal itself comes with a beautifully designed minimalist interface, which enables you to effortless create and search through your diary without worrying about cumbersome menus. You can swipe between entries for easy reading, publish to several social networks, and sync across devices with Google Drive.</p>
<p>In Journal, each moment can be catalogued through a variety of methods. You can browse entries by list, timeline, calendar, photo, or atlas (i.e. Geotagging). There is also an option to include the current weather in an entry, log your activity or motion, as well as including quotes from their inspiration section.</p>
<p>While many Journal's features are available immediately upon download, a premium version is available as an in-app purchase for $3.13 (sale price). These premium features include markdown shortcuts/preview, night mode, and backing up the entire journal to local storage.</p>
<p>If you have been meaning to chronicle various moments of your life or just wish to jot down your thoughts and feelings, Journal offers a variety of features to get this done.</p>
<p>You can download Journal for free in Google Play.</p>
<p><a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.journey.app" title="" class="cta large">Learn more / Download Journey - Diary, Journal from Google Play</a>
</p>
<h2 data-title="Memoir">Memoir by William Rafael de Jesus Ribeiro</h2>
<p><img src="https://crackberry.com/sites/crackberry.com/files/styles/large_wm_brw/public/article_images/2016/03/memoir.jpg?itok=fJVSsIIS" width="800" height="533" alt="Memoir" class="image-large_wm_brw aligncenter image-large" /></p>
<p>Memoir is a simple application for backing up your Remember Notes to Microsoft's OneNote. For those who do not wish to manually and copy and paste the data from Remember into another application, this is a useful tool for saving your personal data. Please note, this will only store notes created in the Remember app and not those created and synced with Evernote.</p>
<p>Memoir acts as a conduit between the Remember app and your OneNote account. Whatever notes you create in Remember, will instantly appear in Memoir, with attachments. All you have to do is tap on the ones you wish to sync. You can upload individually or choose to do all at once. There is also an option in settings where you can choose to be prompted before proceeding with any action.</p>
<p>Once uploaded through Memoir, you can view and edit on any device with access to your OneNote account. They will appear in your account in a notebook called 'BB10 Notes by Memoir'. Due to this being a BETA, two-way syncing is not available at this time nor is the ability to sync tasks created in Remember. If you modify an item in OneNote, it will not update on your BlackBerry. However, any changes made in Remember are detected and synced.</p>
<p>The developer will be adding more features and is currently looking for your feedback. You can contact him directly or through the <a href="http://forums.crackberry.com/app-announcements-f281/memoir-send-your-remember-notes-microsoft-onenote-1064572/">CrackBerry Forums</a>.</p>
<p>Memoir is compatible with all BlackBerry 10 devices running OS 10.3 and higher. It is currently on sale in BlackBerry World for $1.99.</p>
<p><a href="http://appworld.blackberry.com/webstore/content/59989994" title="Memoir" class="cta large">Learn more / Purchase Memoir from BlackBerry World</a>
</p>
<h2 data-title="News review">What You Might Have Missed</h2>
<h3>Latest Hub10 beta update adds several new features, improvements, and bug fixes!</h3>
<p><img src="https://crackberry.com/sites/crackberry.com/files/styles/large_wm_brw/public/article_images/2016/02/hub10-dark-theme-passport.jpg?itok=-y_d7ts6" width="800" height="600" alt="Hub10" class="image-large_wm_brw aligncenter image-large" /></p>
<p>When <a href="/check-out-hub10-beta-zone-dark-hub-theme">Hub10</a> first appeared in the BlackBerry Beta Zone, it gave <a href="/blackberry-10">BlackBerry 10</a> users what they had been clamoring for, a dark theme for the Hub. Although funcationality was limited at the time, Hub10 let you tap on messages, compose new messages, pinch filter, view and search emails, and add contacts from email recipient lists.</p>
<p>A new version is now available to download in the Beta Zone which brings several new features, improvements, and bug fixes. These include the flagging and replying to emails, composing and sending emails, deleting from Hub and/or server, gestures and controls, and marking read/unread.</p>
<p>Once you download this update, you can submit feedback and suggestions through the Beta Zone app or the <a href="http://forums.crackberry.com/blackberry-10-apps-f274/available-beta-zone-dark-hub-development-hub10-1056562/">CrackBerry Forums</a>. If you are not already a Beta Zone member, you can <a href="http://www.blackberry.com/beta" title="BlackBerry Beta Zone">sign up for one for free</a>. However, access to the BlackBerry Beta Zone is restricted to certain regions.</p>
<p><a href="https://appworld.blackberry.com/webstore/content/35142896" title="Download Beta Zone" class="cta large">Learn more / Download Beta Zone from BlackBerry World</a></p>
<h3>Until next week</h3>
<p>That's it for this week folks. For more apps and games, be sure to head on over to the <a href="http://forums.crackberry.com/" title="CrackBerry Forums" rel="nofollow">CrackBerry Forums</a> where you will find even more hidden gems to choose from whether it be for <a href="/blackberry-10" title="BlackBerry 10" rel="nofollow">BlackBerry 10</a>, BBOS, the <a href="/blackberry-playbook" title="BlackBerry PlayBook" rel="nofollow">BlackBerry PlayBook</a>, or even <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps" title="" rel="nofollow">Android Apps in the Google Play store</a> for the <a href="/blackberry-priv" title="BlackBerry Priv">BlackBerry Priv</a>. Of course, you can always find the latest and greatest top editor's picks in the <a href="/apps" title="CrackBerry App Gallery" rel="nofollow">CrackBerry App Gallery</a>. Are there any apps or games you would like to see? Feel free to leave your suggestions in the comments.</p>
</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-tags field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/tag/blackberry-app-roundup">BlackBerry App Roundup</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/tag/blackberry-10-apps">BlackBerry 10 apps</a></div><div class="field-item even"><a href="/tag/amazon-appstore">Amazon Appstore</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/tag/google-play">Google Play</a></div><div class="field-item even"><a href="/tag/blackberry-10-games">BlackBerry 10 Games</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/tag/btbl">btbl</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-category field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/category/software">Apps</a></div></div></div>BlackBerry App Roundup for February 26, 2016: Games, productivity apps, and more!http://crackberry.com/blackberry-app-roundup-february-26-2016
Howdy CrackBerry nation! Another week has passed so you know what that means? Not only is it time to share with you another batch of apps for your BlackBerry 10 or Priv smartphone, but it's also time to catch up on all the news that transpired since we last met.
Starting things off this week is a chance for our readers to purchase some CrackBerry swag, more specifically a limited edition "Back in BlackBerry" t-shirt. This design will be available through Teespring until March 3, so be sure to get your order in! Also, this week was a brand new episode of the BerryFlow Podcast, where the team discussed several topics coming out of Mobile World Congress including the new mobile payments option through BBM powered by Barclays Pingit.
Now it's time to bring you this week's picks for all you passionate BlackBerry addicts out there. You can find each app and game I've rustled up for you by clicking through the gallery below. If your favorite didn't make the cut this week, remember you can...Fri, 26 Feb 2016 21:43:30 +0000Alicia Erlich189009 at http://crackberry.com<div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p><img src="https://crackberry.com/sites/crackberry.com/files/styles/large_wm_brw/public/article_images/2016/01/app-roundup-012216.jpg?itok=ncz2Mji3" width="800" height="533" alt="BlackBerry App Roundup 2/5/16" class="image-large_wm_brw aligncenter image-large" /></p>
<p>Howdy CrackBerry nation! Another week has passed so you know what that means? Not only is it time to share with you another batch of apps for your <a href="/blackberry-10">BlackBerry 10</a> or <a href="/blackberry-priv">Priv</a> smartphone, but it's also time to catch up on all the news that transpired since we last met.</p>
<p>Starting things off this week is a chance for our readers to purchase some CrackBerry swag, more specifically a <a href="/grab-your-limited-edition-crackberry-back-blackberry-t-shirt-while-its-hot">limited edition "Back in BlackBerry" t-shirt</a>. This design will be available through Teespring until March 3, so be sure to get your order in! Also, this week was a brand new episode of the <a href="/berryflow-upstream-podcast-encryption">BerryFlow Podcast</a>, where the team discussed several topics coming out of Mobile World Congress including the <a href="/blackberry-teams-barclays-pingit-bring-mobile-payments-through-bbm">new mobile payments option through BBM powered by Barclays Pingit</a>.</p>
<p>Now it's time to bring you this week's picks for all you passionate BlackBerry addicts out there. You can find each app and game I've rustled up for you by clicking through the gallery below. If your favorite didn't make the cut this week, remember you can help by offering your suggestions at the end.
</p>
<h2 data-title="Reading Trainer">Reading Trainer by HeKu IT GmbH</h2>
<p><img src="https://crackberry.com/sites/crackberry.com/files/styles/large_wm_brw/public/article_images/2016/02/reading-trainer.jpg?itok=alqZqH2z" width="800" height="533" alt="Reading Trainer" class="image-large_wm_brw aligncenter image-large" /></p>
<p>As someone who is constantly reading documents for work, class, and leisure, there are times I would like to read faster and concentrate better. Reading Trainer is one such app which provides the tools for you to improve your reading speed and comprehension.</p>
<p>Reading Trainer accomplishes this by presenting you with an array of challenges, including eye exercises, which are designed to teach you effective reading techniques. In a sense, you are basically training your eyes to rapidly recognize words, letters, and numbers and improve your retention. The lessons are straightforward and the app comes with a clean user interface.</p>
<p>This is an easy-to-use education app that you can download for free through the <a href="/tag/amazon-underground">Amazon Underground</a> (US, UK, Germany, and France only) or for $2.99 in the <a href="/amazon-appstore">Amazon Appstore</a>.</p>
<p><a href="/how-get-android-apps-blackberry-amazon-appstore" title="How to get Android apps on BlackBerry from the Amazon Appstore" class="cta large">Learn how to install Reading Trainer from the Amazon Appstore</a>
</p>
<h2 data-title="Penzus MMS">Penzus MMS by Penzus</h2>
<p><img src="https://crackberry.com/sites/crackberry.com/files/styles/large_wm_brw/public/article_images/2016/02/penzus-mms.jpg?itok=x-KmqHdE" width="800" height="533" alt="Penzus MMS" class="image-large_wm_brw aligncenter image-large" /></p>
<p>If you are looking to quickly create shortcuts on your homescreen for files located on your device, SD card, or the cloud, then Penzus MMS is one such tool. This productivity app recognizes 200 different file extensions, including music, video, images, documents, and more so that you can access your files faster.</p>
<p>Using Penzus MMS is quite simple and the process takes only a few seconds to complete. When you launch the application, you are presented with three options. These are finding and selecting the desired file, choosing an icon for the shortcut (should you wish to use a custom one rather than the default), and modifying the name of the shortcut. Once you have completed all three steps, all you have to do is tap on the 'Add to home screen' button at the bottom of the screen and your shortcut is generated.</p>
<p>Penzus MMS is compatible with all <a href="/blackberry-10">BlackBerry 10</a> handsets and is $0.99 to download in BlackBerry World.</p>
<p><a href="http://appworld.blackberry.com/webstore/content/59979166" title="Penzus MMS" class="cta large">Learn more / Purchase Penzus MMS from BlackBerry World</a>
</p>
<h2 data-title="Alto's Adventure">Alto's Adventure by Noodlecake Studios Inc</h2>
<p><img src="https://crackberry.com/sites/crackberry.com/files/styles/large_wm_brw/public/article_images/2016/02/altos-adventure.jpg?itok=2wtCGFGP" width="800" height="533" alt="Alto's Adventure" class="image-large_wm_brw aligncenter image-large" /></p>
<p>Alto's Adventure is an endless runner snowboarding game. In this adventure, it is your mission to snowboard your way across the various hills and mountains. Along the way you must rescue runaway llamas, collect coins, dodge obstacles, hit big jumps, perform snowboarding tricks, and test your skills by completing level specific goals.</p>
<p>The game itself offers stunning visuals, solid gameplay, and is quite difficult to put down. The backgrounds are impressive and it comes with full dynamic lighting and weather effects. For example, Alto's Adventures will shift between night, day, and dusk, or a storm may suddenly block your path to make the journey more challenging. I find it is harder to spot the rocks and horse riders in your path when its night.</p>
<p>There are six different snowboarding characters to unlock, each with their own attributes and abilities, and 180 handcrafted goals. Tricks are not difficult to learn and the game comes with a tutorial to help master the easier ones.</p>
<p>Alto's Adventures is cross-platform and is free-to-play. While there are no ads or banners within the game, you can view videos to continue playing in select circumstances and you can use the coins collected to purchase upgrades. For a one-time fee of $3.99 in the workshop area, you can double every coin collected and there is no expiration on this feature. This is the only purchase to make and even that is optional.</p>
<p>If you are looking for a fun and enjoyable game, you can download Alto's Adventure for free in Google Play.</p>
<p><a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.noodlecake.altosadventure" title="" class="cta large">Learn more / Download Alto's Adventure from Google Play</a>
</p>
<h2 data-title="Accomplish: To-Do list reborn">Accomplish: To-Do list reborn by Accomplish Software</h2>
<p><img src="https://crackberry.com/sites/crackberry.com/files/styles/large_wm_brw/public/article_images/2016/02/accomplish.jpg?itok=WEZE-v_h" width="800" height="533" alt="Accomplish" class="image-large_wm_brw aligncenter image-large" /></p>
<p>Trying to keep track of everything during the day is no easy feat. This is especially true when our attention is directed towards meetings, deadlines, or other commitments. Accomplish is a unique task management app to schedule to-do's and reminders. Not only can you create simple to do lists but you can also plan out your time.</p>
<p>Accomplish is comprised of two components. The first is the to-do list for entering in all of your tasks. The to-do list is accessible from a slide out panel from the left side and each task can be color-coded. Any item you wish to remember is added to this part of the app. The second part is the day view where you can plan out your tasks in advance with popup reminders. Items can be added to the day view by dragging them from the to-do list, creating new tasks, or syncing tasks from other sources such as your Google calendar or BBM Group. Syncing works both ways and any to-do created in day view can be synced to your Google calendar.</p>
<p>Using Accomplish is quite easy. The interface is fluid, comes with a clean design, and offers gestures controls. For tasks scheduled that are not completed, they will move back to the panel. As of now, recurring tasks are still in the experimental phase. For those who do not prefer the white background, you can switch to a dark theme in settings. For an IAP of $1.08, you can install an additional color scheme.</p>
<p>For those who want a task list coupled with the ability to schedule them you can download Accomplish for free in Google Play.</p>
<p><a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.accomplish" title="" class="cta large">Learn more / Download Accomplish from Google Play</a>
</p>
<h2 data-title="Marble Power Blast">Marble Power Blast by EntwicklerX</h2>
<p><img src="https://crackberry.com/sites/crackberry.com/files/styles/large_wm_brw/public/article_images/2016/02/marble-power-blast.jpg?itok=vRsX_Ix1" width="800" height="533" alt="Marble Power Blast" class="image-large_wm_brw aligncenter image-large" /></p>
<p>One of my favorite PC games was Zuma. It was an addictive match-3 puzzler whereby a stone frog idol fired magical marbles to eliminate all of the colored marbles from the temple before they reached the skull at the end of the path. Marble Power Blast is a similar match-3 bubble shooter game for your BlackBerry device.</p>
<p>Marble Power Blast comes with fifty levels and seven different locations for you to play. By unlocking the shuffle game mode (at level 10) you can generate your own levels with random difficulty, marble waves, length and number of colors. It also offers high resolution graphics and a smooth playing experience.</p>
<p>Marble Power Blast is free to download in BlackBerry World for all touch devices only and is an Android port. This game is not compatible with BlackBerry handsets with physical keyboards.</p>
<p><a href="http://appworld.blackberry.com/webstore/content/59989177" title="Marble Power Blast" class="cta large">Learn more / Download Marble Power Blast from BlackBerry World</a>
</p>
<h2 data-title="News review">What You Might Have Missed</h2>
<h3>Blaq for BlackBerry 10 gains Quote Tweet option, adaptive theme and more</h3>
<p><img src="https://crackberry.com/sites/crackberry.com/files/styles/large_wm_brw/public/article_images/2015/12/Blaq-For-BB10-Update-December.jpg?itok=fsixZGlH" width="800" height="533" alt="Blaq" class="image-large_wm_brw aligncenter image-large" /></p>
<p>Popular third party Twitter app <a href="/app/blaq-blackberry-10" title="Blaq">Blaq</a> received a major update this past week. A few of the new features included in this update is the Quote Tweet option, adaptive theme, support for new languages, Instagram previews and viewing, and removal of the 140 character limit on Direct Messages. If you haven't already done so, be sure to load up BlackBerry World and download the latest version. New users can purchase Blaq for $2.99.</p>
<p><a href="https://appworld.blackberry.com/webstore/content/26733874" title="Download Blaq" class="cta large">Learn more / Download Blaq from BlackBerry World</a></p>
<h3>Until next week</h3>
<p>That's it for this week folks. For more apps and games, be sure to head on over to the <a href="http://forums.crackberry.com/" title="CrackBerry Forums" rel="nofollow">CrackBerry Forums</a> where you will find even more hidden gems to choose from whether it be for <a href="/blackberry-10" title="BlackBerry 10" rel="nofollow">BlackBerry 10</a>, BBOS, the <a href="/blackberry-playbook" title="BlackBerry PlayBook" rel="nofollow">BlackBerry PlayBook</a>, or even <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps" title="" rel="nofollow">Android Apps in the Google Play store</a> for the <a href="/blackberry-priv" title="BlackBerry Priv">BlackBerry Priv</a>. Of course, you can always find the latest and greatest top editor's picks in the <a href="/apps" title="CrackBerry App Gallery" rel="nofollow">CrackBerry App Gallery</a>. Are there any apps or games you would like to see? Feel free to leave your suggestions in the comments.</p>
</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-tags field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/tag/blackberry-app-roundup">BlackBerry App Roundup</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/tag/blackberry-10-apps">BlackBerry 10 apps</a></div><div class="field-item even"><a href="/tag/blackberry-10-games">BlackBerry 10 Games</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/tag/amazon-appstore">Amazon Appstore</a></div><div class="field-item even"><a href="/tag/google-play">Google Play</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/tag/btbl">btbl</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-category field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/category/software">Apps</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/category/blackberry-games">Games</a></div></div></div>BlackBerry App Roundup for February 19, 2016: Games, utility apps, and more!http://crackberry.com/blackberry-app-roundup-february-19-2016
Howdy CrackBerry nation! Another week has passed so you know what that means? Not only is it time to share with you another batch of apps for your BlackBerry 10 or Priv smartphone, but it's also time to catch up on all the news that transpired since we last met.
Starting things off this week was a brand new episode of the BerryFlow Podcast, where James, Chris, and Alex discussed several topics including the new Great Apps on BlackBerry, the Priv and Passport discounts through ShopBlackBerry, and the BlackBerry and Canon patent licensing agreement. Also, we saw a thorough review of the BlackBerry Priv Leather Flip case courtesy of our own DJ Reyes.
Now it's time to bring you this week's picks for all you passionate BlackBerry addicts out there. You can find each app and game I've rustled up for you by clicking through the gallery below. If your favorite didn't make the cut this week, remember you can help by offering your suggestions at the end.
My Digi Cat by Marco Gallo
For...Fri, 19 Feb 2016 15:43:01 +0000Alicia Erlich188977 at http://crackberry.com<div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p><img src="https://crackberry.com/sites/crackberry.com/files/styles/large_wm_brw/public/article_images/2016/01/app-roundup-012216.jpg?itok=ncz2Mji3" width="800" height="533" alt="BlackBerry App Roundup 2/5/16" class="image-large_wm_brw aligncenter image-large" /></p>
<p>Howdy CrackBerry nation! Another week has passed so you know what that means? Not only is it time to share with you another batch of apps for your <a href="/blackberry-10">BlackBerry 10</a> or <a href="/blackberry-priv">Priv</a> smartphone, but it's also time to catch up on all the news that transpired since we last met.</p>
<p>Starting things off this week was a brand new episode of the <a href="/berryflow-upstream-podcast-runtime">BerryFlow Podcast</a>, where James, Chris, and Alex discussed several topics including the new <a href="/great-apps-blackberry">Great Apps on BlackBerry</a>, the <a href="/blackberry-offers-priv-and-passport-discounts-through-feb-24">Priv and Passport discounts through ShopBlackBerry</a>, and the <a href="/blackberry-and-canon-sign-patent-licensing-agreement">BlackBerry and Canon patent licensing agreement</a>. Also, we saw a thorough review of the <a href="/leather-flip-case-blackberry-priv">BlackBerry Priv Leather Flip case </a> courtesy of our own DJ Reyes.</p>
<p>Now it's time to bring you this week's picks for all you passionate BlackBerry addicts out there. You can find each app and game I've rustled up for you by clicking through the gallery below. If your favorite didn't make the cut this week, remember you can help by offering your suggestions at the end.
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<h2 data-title="My Digi Cat">My Digi Cat by Marco Gallo</h2>
<p><img src="https://crackberry.com/sites/crackberry.com/files/styles/large_wm_brw/public/article_images/2016/02/my-digi-cat.jpg?itok=yFv0y6Xd" width="800" height="533" alt="My Digi Cat" class="image-large_wm_brw aligncenter image-large" /></p>
<p>For those of you who are fans of Tamagotchi digital pets, look no further than this virtual pet caring game. My Digi Cat is a BlackBerry 10 game where you can take care of a friendly and cute feline. The developer has been diligently and patiently working on this game for a while, and I am amazed at the final result.</p>
<p>With My Digi Cat, not only can you care for your cat, which includes feeding, washing, and cuddling, but you can also play several games with him. These include "chase the mouse," "jump the rope," and "room adventures." Additional features include unlocking a wardrobe to dress your cat and choosing between three different cats to take care of.</p>
<p>Whether you want to relive your youth or share the fun with your children, My Digi Cat is probably the cutest game for the entire family.</p>
<p>You can find it for $1.99 in BlackBerry World for all BlackBerry 10 handsets.</p>
<p><a href="http://appworld.blackberry.com/webstore/content/59948445" title="My Digi Cat" class="cta large">Learn more / Purchase My Digi Cat from BlackBerry World</a>
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<h2 data-title="Profiles">Profiles by DVN Digital</h2>
<p><img src="https://crackberry.com/sites/crackberry.com/files/styles/large_wm_brw/public/article_images/2016/02/profiles-dvn.jpg?itok=01pBpo46" width="800" height="533" alt="Profiles" class="image-large_wm_brw aligncenter image-large" /></p>
<p>When you think of profile apps, simply changing the notification profiles (i.e. Normal and silent) are the first things to come to mind. However, Profiles by DVN Digital goes one step further. Rather than just focus on notifications, users can change their wallpaper, notification profile, and hide files all with a simple tap.</p>
<p>With Profiles, you can create multiple records and switch between them, password protect the app to keep your profiles and files secure from prying eyes, and change the home screen and lock screen separately.</p>
<p>You can purchase Profiles by DVN Digital in BlackBerry World for $1.99.</p>
<p><a href="http://appworld.blackberry.com/webstore/content/59978899" title="Profiles" class="cta large">Learn more / Purchase Profiles by DVN Digital from BlackBerry World</a>
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<h2 data-title="Promo Codes">Promo Codes – Support Devs by Jack Underwood</h2>
<p><img src="https://crackberry.com/sites/crackberry.com/files/styles/large_wm_brw/public/article_images/2016/02/promo-codes.jpg?itok=5liJUNzr" width="800" height="533" alt="Promo Codes" class="image-large_wm_brw aligncenter image-large" /></p>
<p>Looking to find a few good Google Apps for free? Promo Codes is a new service designed to give developers a place to not only advertise their apps but an outlet to give you a chance to win it for free.</p>
<p>As of now, there are only a few apps included in this promotion, and you should not expect to win often. Promo Codes randomly refreshes every twelve hours with a new app from a participating developer. All you have to do is tap on the "I'm Feeling Lucky" Button to see if you've won a code to redeem in Google Play.</p>
<p>While the odds of winning are low, you are redirected to the Google Play link of the featured application if you lose if you choose to purchase the app.</p>
<p>You can download Promo Codes - Support Devs for free in Google Play.</p>
<p><a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.underwood.promo" title="" class="cta large">Learn more / Download Promo Codes - Support Devs from Google Play</a>
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<h2 data-title="Avengers Academy">MARVEL Avengers Academy by TinyCo</h2>
<p><img src="https://crackberry.com/sites/crackberry.com/files/styles/large_wm_brw/public/article_images/2016/02/avengers-academy.jpg?itok=2-ZEFMgS" width="800" height="533" alt="MARVEL Avengers Academy" class="image-large_wm_brw aligncenter image-large" /></p>
<p>With all the Marvel characters hitting the big and small screen, what better way to pass the time than by training their younger selves and helping them to develop their unique abilities? This is the premise behind Avengers Academy, which happens to be run by S.H.I.E.L.D. Director Nick Fury.</p>
<p>The first order of business is to recruit new heroes. All of your favorite characters are represented such as Iron Man, Loki, Wasp, Thor, Black Widow and Captain America. However, these are not the representations you are used to seeing. It is interesting to see each character portrayed as young adults with all of the social interactions, cliques, and campus life it entails.</p>
<p>So that your newly recruited Avengers can combat Hydra and build the Academy, various missions based on their capabilities need to be completed. This is accomplished by selecting an action to perform, choosing your character, waiting for the Avenger to complete the mission, and then collecting the coins and XP. Some missions are relatively easy and quick to perform while others require you to wait sometimes up to an hour or more. They can range from building Stark Tower and various clubs to helping Loki improve his reputation and expanding the Academy's campus.</p>
<p>What I enjoy is how they've written the banter between the characters, the eye-catching graphics, and the chance to see your favorite Marvel heroes reimagined as high school students. There are in-app purchases to aid in completing the different quests.</p>
<p>You can download MARVEL Avengers Academy for free in Google Play.</p>
<p><a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.tinyco.avengers" title="" class="cta large">Learn more / Download MARVEL Avengers Academy from Google Play</a>
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<h2 data-title="Call Recordr">Call Recordr by Rad Systems </h2>
<p><img src="https://crackberry.com/sites/crackberry.com/files/styles/large_wm_brw/public/article_images/2016/02/call-recordr.jpg?itok=CCheRjPM" width="800" height="533" alt="Call Recordr" class="image-large_wm_brw aligncenter image-large" /></p>
<p>For those who would like to record calls on their BlackBerry 10 device, there are several apps available in BlackBerry World. Call Recordr is one such headless option and offers a clean and easy-to-use interface for automatically recording your phone calls.</p>
<p>Call Recordr comes with quite a few features to help you accomplish this task. The most important being the ability to choose which type of calls to record (i.e. All, Incoming, Outgoing, etc.). Also, you can also track additional data such as the name of the contact, the phone number, and any notes you wish to include about the call. Once a conversation ends, calls are arranged by date for easy access.</p>
<p>Additional options include the choice of audio format, call or text back the phone numbers of the recorded calls, backup and restore your data, and import call recordings from other sources.</p>
<p>Please note that recordings are subject to the laws and regulations of your region, country, and/or state. The app includes an option to play an audible beep while recording to comply with some of these rules and regulations.</p>
<p>If you are looking for a simple call recording app, you can grab this for $2.99 in BlackBerry World.</p>
<p><a href="http://appworld.blackberry.com/webstore/content/49623887" title="Call Recordr" class="cta large">Learn more / Purchase Call Recordr from BlackBerry World</a>
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<h2 data-title="News review">What You Might Have Missed</h2>
<h3>Enter now to win a BlackBerry Priv from CrackBerry!</h3>
<p><img src="https://crackberry.com/sites/crackberry.com/files/styles/large_wm_brw/public/article_images/2015/11/blackberry-priv-angle-left-hand-rear.jpg?itok=NNd0uQFZ" width="800" height="600" alt="BlackBerry Priv" class="image-large_wm_brw aligncenter image-large" /></p>
<p>Have you upgraded to the BlackBerry Priv? If not, the clock is ticking on our contest to win a <a href="/blackberry-priv">BlackBerry Priv</a>. Be sure to submit your entry if you haven't already done so for your chance to win. Please note this awesome piece of hardware will not include service and is not guaranteed to work on your network. The contest closes on February 29th, and you can enter by clicking on the link below.</p>
<p><a href="/enter-now-win-blackberry-priv-crackberry" title="" class="cta large">Enter now to win a BlackBerry Priv from CrackBerry!</a></p>
<h3>Until next week</h3>
<p>That's it for this week folks. For more apps and games, be sure to head on over to the <a href="http://forums.crackberry.com/" title="CrackBerry Forums" rel="nofollow">CrackBerry Forums</a> where you will find even more hidden gems to choose from whether it be for <a href="/blackberry-10" title="BlackBerry 10" rel="nofollow">BlackBerry 10</a>, BBOS, the <a href="/blackberry-playbook" title="BlackBerry PlayBook" rel="nofollow">BlackBerry PlayBook</a>, or even <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps" title="" rel="nofollow">Android Apps in the Google Play store</a> for the <a href="/blackberry-priv" title="BlackBerry Priv">BlackBerry Priv</a>. Of course, you can always find the latest and greatest top editor's picks in the <a href="/apps" title="CrackBerry App Gallery" rel="nofollow">CrackBerry App Gallery</a>. Are there any apps or games you would like to see? Feel free to leave your suggestions in the comments.</p>
</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-tags field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/tag/blackberry-10-apps">BlackBerry 10 apps</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/tag/blackberry-10-games">BlackBerry 10 Games</a></div><div class="field-item even"><a href="/tag/google-play">Google Play</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-category field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/category/software">Apps</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/category/blackberry-games">Games</a></div></div></div>BlackBerry App Roundup for February 12, 2016: Videos, games, shopping and more!http://crackberry.com/blackberry-app-roundup-february-12-2016
Howdy CrackBerry nation! Another week has passed so you know what that means? Not only is it time to share with you another batch of apps for your BlackBerry 10 or Priv smartphone, but it's also time to catch up on all the news that transpired since we last met.
Starting things off this week was a brand new episode of the BerryFlow Podcast, where James and Chris discussed a wide range of topics including the February Security Patch and how and why the BlackBerry Priv prevents rooting. Also, we saw a hands-on with Face10 as well as an important update to the Android Runtime for BlackBerry 10
Now it's time to bring you this week's picks for all you passionate BlackBerry addicts out there. You can find each app and game I've rustled up for you by clicking through the gallery below. If your favorite didn't make the cut this week, remember you can help by offering your suggestions at the end.
Symbol Series by AsgardSoft
Symbol Series is similar to word search games, though in this...Fri, 12 Feb 2016 20:03:15 +0000Alicia Erlich188948 at http://crackberry.com<div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p><img src="https://crackberry.com/sites/crackberry.com/files/styles/large_wm_brw/public/article_images/2016/01/app-roundup-012216.jpg?itok=ncz2Mji3" width="800" height="533" alt="BlackBerry App Roundup 2/5/16" class="image-large_wm_brw aligncenter image-large" /></p>
<p>Howdy CrackBerry nation! Another week has passed so you know what that means? Not only is it time to share with you another batch of apps for your <a href="/blackberry-10">BlackBerry 10</a> or <a href="/blackberry-priv">Priv</a> smartphone, but it's also time to catch up on all the news that transpired since we last met.</p>
<p>Starting things off this week was a brand new episode of the <a href="/berryflow-upstream-podcast-root">BerryFlow Podcast</a>, where James and Chris discussed a wide range of topics including the <a href="/blackberry-privs-february-security-patch-now-rolling-out">February Security Patch</a> and <a href="/blackberry-highlights-how-and-why-priv-protects-against-rooting">how and why the BlackBerry Priv prevents rooting</a>. Also, we saw a hands-on with <a href="/we-go-hands-third-party-facebook-app-face10">Face10</a> as well as an important update to the <a href="/android-runtime-update-blackberry-10-now-available">Android Runtime for BlackBerry 10</a></p>
<p>Now it's time to bring you this week's picks for all you passionate BlackBerry addicts out there. You can find each app and game I've rustled up for you by clicking through the gallery below. If your favorite didn't make the cut this week, remember you can help by offering your suggestions at the end.
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<h2 data-title="Symbol Series">Symbol Series by AsgardSoft</h2>
<p><img src="https://crackberry.com/sites/crackberry.com/files/styles/large_wm_brw/public/article_images/2016/02/symbol-series.jpg?itok=lHmS37_O" width="800" height="533" alt="Symbol Series" class="image-large_wm_brw aligncenter image-large" /></p>
<p>Symbol Series is similar to word search games, though in this case, you are searching for symbols in a particular order rather than letters. These patterns can be backwards, forwards, up, down, or all of the above depending on which mode is selected. All you have to do is follow the hint given at above the playing field. The easy levels require you to search to the right and downwards, the medium levels have you search to the right, downwards, and backwards, while the hard levels can be in any direction.</p>
<p>Playing the game is quite simple. At the top of the screen, you are presented with four symbols and the order you must find them in the grid below. As you recall, the direction in which you find the symbols depends on the difficulty of the level. All you need to do is tap and swipe to select the correct combination which is then highlighted on the board. All puzzles are automatically generated by the app and you can play with or without a timer.</p>
<p>You can download Symbol Series for free in BlackBerry World. Please note, it is only compatible with all-touch handsets, so if you use a BlackBerry 10 device with a physical keyboard, you will not be able to download it.</p>
<p><a href="http://appworld.blackberry.com/webstore/content/59989578" title="Symbol Series" class="cta large">Learn more / Download Symbol Series from BlackBerry World</a>
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<h2 data-title="Just10">Just10 by Just10 Inc.</h2>
<p><img src="https://crackberry.com/sites/crackberry.com/files/styles/large_wm_brw/public/article_images/2016/02/just10-blackberry-z30.jpg?itok=ur9fhrLD" width="800" height="600" alt="Just10" class="image-large_wm_brw aligncenter image-large" /></p>
<p>Smartphones present us with various outlets for expressing ourselves to our friends, family, and acquaintances. Over the years, we've seen various diary apps for writing down our thoughts or jotting down more personal entries to share anonymously. Just10 is a new ad-free social network where you are limited to ten friends and all content posted is private and deleted within ten days.</p>
<p>As of now, Just10 is in the beta testing stage and membership is free. You can add friends, create posts, and send messages (both of which expire after ten days), and modify your profile. All photos and posts can only be seen by you and up to ten friends. The interface itself is straightforward, though the color scheme is rather simple.</p>
<p>Just10 is free to download from BlackBerry World and is compatible with all BlackBerry 10 devices.</p>
<p><a href="http://appworld.blackberry.com/webstore/content/59940458" title="Just10" class="cta large">Learn more / Download Just10 from BlackBerry World</a>
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<h2 data-title="Bring! Shopping List">Bring! Shopping List by Bring! Labs AG</h2>
<p><img src="https://crackberry.com/sites/crackberry.com/files/styles/large_wm_brw/public/article_images/2016/02/bring.jpg?itok=zAr_BpTJ" width="800" height="533" alt="Bring! Shopping List" class="image-large_wm_brw aligncenter image-large" /></p>
<p>I tend to leave my grocery list at home when I go to the supermarket. Most of the time this is fine, but more often than not I find myself forgetting an important item or two. To help make sure you do not leave off an essential product there is Bring! Shopping List.</p>
<p>Bring!, however, is not limited to grocery lists. It offers a variety of templates for creating lists for different purposes. For instance, you can differentiate between household, work, party, or vacation items. If what you are looking for is not in the list, you can personalize the name of the list to suit your needs.</p>
<p>There are two ways to add items to your personalized lists. You can search for specific items in the menu or choose from preset categories. Each item is then assigned its own unique icon, or badge, for easy reference. In addition, Bring! also comes with automatic sorting and the option to share with family, friends, or anyone else you wish to include.</p>
<p>Bring! offers a intuitive interface, the ability to create multiple lists, the option to sync live or access offline, and push notifications regarding your shopping trip.</p>
<p>You can download Bring! Shopping List for free in Google Play.</p>
<p><a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ch.publisheria.bring" title="" class="cta large">Learn more / Download Bring! Shopping List from Google Play</a>
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<h2 data-title="Downwell">Downwell by DevolverDigital</h2>
<p><img src="https://crackberry.com/sites/crackberry.com/files/styles/large_wm_brw/public/article_images/2016/02/downwell.jpg?itok=YBzPOxbB" width="800" height="600" alt="Downwell" class="image-large_wm_brw aligncenter image-large" /></p>
<p>Looking to battle monsters, explore caves, and search for untold treasures? Downwell is a retro-styled pixel game where your character is a curious young boy who ventures down a well with only his gunboots for protection. The object is to not only survive the treacherous caverns filled with menacing creatures but to collect red gems and unique weapons as well.</p>
<p>Downwell only has three controls. Your character can move left, right, and jump/shoot. Each level is randomly generated so no two levels will ever be the same. While the graphics are retro, you cannot say this style is easy to recreate. The attention to detail from the cavern walls and monsters to the traps and menus is quite a feat. While it sometimes can go a little too fast, due to gravity, gameplay is smooth and I can't help but feel nostalgic for the countless hours spent on my NES and Colecovision systems.</p>
<p>While some may prefer the graphics of more modern games, I can sit and play this retro arcade game nonstop. Sometimes, the old fashioned style games are the best.</p>
<p>You can purchase Downwell for $3.00 in Google Play.</p>
<p><a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.devolver.downwell" title="" class="cta large">Learn more / Purchase Downwell from Google Play</a>
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<h2 data-title="Perfect Tube">Perfect Tube by LyStudio</h2>
<p><img src="https://crackberry.com/sites/crackberry.com/files/styles/large_wm_brw/public/article_images/2016/02/perfect-tube-passport.jpg?itok=FWWHbCFY" width="800" height="533" alt="Perfect Tube" class="image-large_wm_brw aligncenter image-large" /></p>
<p>For those who wish to have native experience for viewing YouTube videos rather than using the browser, another options is now available called Perfect Tube. This native BlackBerry 10 app is a basic YouTube app. It gives you the ability to search and play videos, filter searches by category, browse your favorites, and gives a low resolution option for slow internet connections.</p>
<p>As a basic app, Perfect Tube does not offer login support or more in-depth settings. However, it offers background playback, playlists, and videos play smoothly.</p>
<p>You can buy Perfect Tube in BlackBerry World for $1.99.</p>
<p><a href="http://appworld.blackberry.com/webstore/content/59989687" title="Perfect Tube" class="cta large">Learn more / Purchase Perfect Tube from BlackBerry World</a>
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<h2 data-title="News review">What You Might Have Missed</h2>
<h3>Hub10 by sirious_27</h3>
<p><img src="https://crackberry.com/sites/crackberry.com/files/styles/large_wm_brw/public/article_images/2016/02/hub10-dark-theme-passport.jpg?itok=-y_d7ts6" width="800" height="600" alt="Hub10" class="image-large_wm_brw aligncenter image-large" /></p>
<p>New to the BlackBerry Beta Zone this week is an app which brings us a dark themed Hub. To be clear, this is an individual app (it does not replace the BlackBerry Hub) for BlackBerry 10 that supports themes and other customizations similar to how the Hub functions on the BlackBerry Priv.</p>
<p>As of now <a href="http://forums.crackberry.com/blackberry-10-apps-f274/available-beta-zone-dark-hub-development-hub10-1056562/">Hub10</a> is a preview version and is currently missing a few advanced features. It currently supports priority Hub, email tabs, pinch filters, cascaded search filters, calendar events, view and search emails, and add to contacts from email recipient lists.</p>
<p>Many of us have been asking for a dark Hub and if you are interested you will need a Beta Zone account and accompanying app to download Hub10. To create a Beta Zone account you can <a href="http://www.blackberry.com/beta" title="BlackBerry Beta Zone">sign up for free</a> though access is restricted to certain regions.</p>
<p>More importantly, don't forget to submit your feedback, including bug reports and feature requests, from there as well.</p>
<p><a href="https://appworld.blackberry.com/webstore/content/35142896" title="Download Beta Zone" class="cta large">Learn more / Download Beta Zone from BlackBerry World</a></p>
<h3>Until next week...</h3>
<p>That's it for this week folks. For more apps and games, be sure to head on over to the <a href="http://forums.crackberry.com/" title="CrackBerry Forums" rel="nofollow">CrackBerry Forums</a> where you will find even more hidden gems to choose from whether it be for <a href="/blackberry-10" title="BlackBerry 10" rel="nofollow">BlackBerry 10</a>, BBOS, the <a href="/blackberry-playbook" title="BlackBerry PlayBook" rel="nofollow">BlackBerry PlayBook</a>, or even <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps" title="" rel="nofollow">Android Apps in the Google Play store</a> for the <a href="/blackberry-priv" title="BlackBerry Priv">BlackBerry Priv</a>. Of course, you can always find the latest and greatest top editor's picks in the <a href="/apps" title="CrackBerry App Gallery" rel="nofollow">CrackBerry App Gallery</a>. Are there any apps or games you would like to see? Feel free to leave your suggestions in the comments.</p>
</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-tags field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/tag/blackberry-10-apps">BlackBerry 10 apps</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/tag/blackberry-10-games">BlackBerry 10 Games</a></div><div class="field-item even"><a href="/tag/blackberry-app-roundup">BlackBerry App Roundup</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/tag/google-play">Google Play</a></div><div class="field-item even"><a href="/tag/btbl">btbl</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-category field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/category/software">Apps</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/category/blackberry-games">Games</a></div></div></div>BlackBerry App Roundup for January 29, 2016: Games, doodles, photos and more!http://crackberry.com/blackberry-app-roundup-january-29-2016
Howdy CrackBerry nation! Another week has passed so you know what that means? Not only is it time to share with you another batch of applications for your BlackBerry 10 or Priv smartphone, but it's also time to catch up on all the news that transpired since we last met.
The major announcement this week was the Priv hitting shelves at T-Mobile — both the literal shelves and the online ones. We also saw BlackBerry announce their new Good Secure EMM Suites, which is a new set of applications to better manage enterprise devices. Finally, if you've been meaning to pick up a BlackBerry Priv or a BlackBerry Passport, ShopBlackBerry is offering a special promotion from now until February 24th where customers can enjoy discounts on both devices as well as a free accessory bundle.
Now it's time to bring you this week's picks for all you passionate BlackBerry addicts out there. You can find each app and game I've rustled up for you by clicking through the gallery below. If your favorite did...Fri, 29 Jan 2016 20:07:08 +0000Alicia Erlich188878 at http://crackberry.com<div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p><img src="https://crackberry.com/sites/crackberry.com/files/styles/large_wm_brw/public/article_images/2016/01/app-roundup-012216.jpg?itok=ncz2Mji3" width="800" height="533" alt="BlackBerry App Roundup 1/29/16" class="image-large_wm_brw aligncenter image-large" /></p>
<p>Howdy CrackBerry nation! Another week has passed so you know what that means? Not only is it time to share with you another batch of applications for your <a href="/blackberry-10">BlackBerry 10</a> or <a href="/blackberry-priv">Priv</a> smartphone, but it's also time to catch up on all the news that transpired since we last met.</p>
<p>The major announcement this week was the <a href="/blackberry-priv">Priv</a> hitting shelves at <a href="/blackberry-priv-now-available-t-mobile">T-Mobile</a> — both the literal shelves and the online ones. We also saw BlackBerry announce their new <a href="/blackberry-announces-good-secure-emm-suites-easier-enterprise-management">Good Secure EMM Suites</a>, which is <a href="/blackberry-integrates-watchdox-and-good-bes12-unified-enterprise-management-platform">a new set of applications</a> to better manage enterprise devices. Finally, if you've been meaning to pick up a <a href="/blackberry-priv">BlackBerry Priv</a> or a <a href="/blackberry-passport">BlackBerry Passport</a>, <a href="/blackberry-offers-savings-and-free-accessories-some-devices-until-feb-24">ShopBlackBerry is offering a special promotion</a> from now until February 24th where customers can enjoy discounts on both devices as well as a free accessory bundle.</p>
<p>Now it's time to bring you this week's picks for all you passionate BlackBerry addicts out there. You can find each app and game I've rustled up for you by clicking through the gallery below. If your favorite didn't make the cut this week, remember you can help by offering your suggestions at the end.
</p>
<h2 data-title="SunCalc Premium">SunCalc Premium by Burning Platform</h2>
<p><img src="https://crackberry.com/sites/crackberry.com/files/styles/large_wm_brw/public/article_images/2016/01/suncalc.jpg?itok=kLsFvKQE" width="800" height="533" alt="SunCalc " class="image-large_wm_brw aligncenter image-large" /></p>
<p>SunCalc is an advanced and native sun tracking tool that provides important solar information. Whether you are a photographer searching for the perfect light, a vacationer planning a trip, or someone who enjoys astronomy, SunCalc displays data pertaining to that bright ball of fire in the sky in an easy-to-read manner. Not only can you track the sun's position in the sky, but you'll also get exact times for events like sunrise and sunset, be able to calculate the direction of shadows, obtain important astronomical information of the Sun, and view the 14-day weather forecast.</p>
<p>This app provides a comprehensive suite of tools to accomplish this task. SunCalc generates graphs that show the sun's path through the sky in any given location on any given day, shows exact times for all events including day and night length and twilight. It even gets very specific for the solar enthusiast, offering an altitude limit for monitoring when the sun reaches that level and how long it stays above it, and displays a real-time calculation of astronomical data as well as an interactive graph for the entire year.</p>
<p>SunCalc is a handy Built-for-BlackBerry app you can purchase it for $1.99.</p>
<p><a href="http://appworld.blackberry.com/webstore/content/58166888" title="SunCalc Premium" class="cta large">Learn more / Purchase SunCalc Premium from BlackBerry World</a>
</p>
<h2 data-title="Color Me">Color Me by Michael Neuhold</h2>
<p><img src="https://crackberry.com/sites/crackberry.com/files/styles/large_wm_brw/public/article_images/2016/01/colorme.jpg?itok=WE81TzJY" width="800" height="533" alt="ColorMe" class="image-large_wm_brw aligncenter image-large" /></p>
<p>Coloring is a beneficial activity for reducing stress and expressing creativity. When it comes to adult coloring books, this growing trend has been making its way across various platforms and media. Color Me brings the coloring books to BlackBerry 10, offering six different categories with each one containing five images. The first design of each category is free for you to color, however, an in-app purchase is required to access the remaining four in the pack. These patterns include animals, flowers, and exotic.</p>
<p>Color Me is an easy-to-use native app. All you have to do is use the color picker at the bottom to select a color and a particular hue and tap on the screen to color in a particular area. It also comes with a pinch-to-zoom feature to color in more intricate designs.</p>
<p>You can download this native application for free in BlackBerry World.</p>
<p><a href="http://appworld.blackberry.com/webstore/content/59988693" title="ColorMe" class="cta large">Learn more / Download Color Me from BlackBerry World</a>
</p>
<h2 data-title="Brick Breaker Hero">Brick Breaker Hero by Game Circus LLC</h2>
<p><img src="https://crackberry.com/sites/crackberry.com/files/styles/large_wm_brw/public/article_images/2016/01/brick-breaker-hero.jpg?itok=XVs-SrpC" width="800" height="533" alt="Brick Breaker Hero" class="image-large_wm_brw aligncenter image-large" /></p>
<p>This classic game has gone through many iterations on various systems since its inception under the name of Breakout. From Arkanoid to Alleyway the allure of smashing bricks with nothing but a paddle has always provided hours of fun. For example, BlackBerry pre-loaded a version on their BBOS handsets. We all love this game so why not try one with a bit of a twist. And now, for Android, there is Brick Breaker Hero.</p>
<p>In this version, the game itself is more colorful, more animated, and sometimes easier than its predecessors. You still launch a ball to smash bricks, but in Brick Breaker Hero there is the context of a story. Your character uses the paddle and ball to attack monsters, engage in boss battles, and cast magic spells all to free the villagers. There are power-ups such as bombs, fire, or a lightning ball that your character casts to help him in his quest. Some of these are earned during gameplay, others can be obtained by viewing ads or through in-app purchases.</p>
<p>Brick Breaker Hero has over 150 levels, unique kingdoms with their own themes and adventures, and easy controls. All you have to do is place your finger below the paddle, where indicated, and swipe to either side of the screen.</p>
<p>It is also similar to other games we've seen, such as Angry Birds and Candy Crush, in that you try to achieve three stars on each level and are limited to set number of lives that are refilled over time.</p>
<p>You can download Brick Breaker Hero in Google Play for free.</p>
<p><a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.gamecircus.bbh" title="" class="cta large">Learn more / Download Brick Breaker Hero from Google Play</a>
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<h2 data-title="Camera MX">Camera MX by Appic Labs Corp</h2>
<p><img src="https://crackberry.com/sites/crackberry.com/files/styles/large_wm_brw/public/article_images/2016/01/cameramx.jpg?itok=NaQCLrhO" width="800" height="533" alt="Camera MX" class="image-large_wm_brw aligncenter image-large" /></p>
<p>One of the features I used for taking photos on my <a href="/blackberry-10">BlackBerry 10</a> camera was <a href="/how-capture-perfect-photo-using-time-shift-blackberry-z30">Time Shift</a>. It provided a convenient way to capture the best possible shot of your subject. It accomplished this by capturing images before and after your shot so you could choose the best looking frame (i.e. if a friend blinked).</p>
<p>Now that Im rocking a BlackBerry Priv, I wanted something comparable. Camera MX is one such app which offers a similar feature which they call "Shoot the Past" feature. It works like Time Shift, in that it captures images three seconds before an image is taken. Using the circular icon, you can slide it back and forth and choose the ideal shot to save. Quick and simple it gets the job done. However, unlike BlackBerry 10, it will not detect faces.</p>
<p>Camera MX is also an impressive all-round camera editing application for creating high-quality photos and videos. It offers an assortment of photo editing and video options, which can be previewed in real-time, a simple user interface, live shot capabilities for capturing moving photos, scene modes, support for 16:9 aspect ratios, and its own media manager.</p>
<p>You can download Camera MX in Google Play for free.</p>
<p><a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.magix.camera_mx" title="" class="cta large">Learn more / Download Camera MX from Google Play</a>
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<h2 data-title="NUM: The Logical Game">NUM: The Logical Game by DSDC Software</h2>
<p><img src="https://crackberry.com/sites/crackberry.com/files/styles/large_wm_brw/public/article_images/2016/01/num-the-logical-game.jpg?itok=Sj9WiJrV" width="800" height="533" alt="NUM: The Logical Game" class="image-large_wm_brw aligncenter image-large" /></p>
<p>Looking for a game that is entertaining and exercises the noggin? NUM: The Logical Game takes the classic game and brings it to your <a href="/blackberry-10">BlackBerry 10</a> device. The object of the game is to clear the field by striking out pairs of numbers or chips. You can strike off pairs as they appear on the board or through line breaks, either vertically or horizontally. If you start to run out of moves, you can hit the transpose button to extend the playing field.</p>
<p>NUM comes with two different game modes, classic and random, which you can choose to play as chips or numbers. Each one presents their own level of difficulty though the developer states it is possible to get an unsolvable puzzle in random mode.</p>
<p>While simple, you do have to actually sit and think about your moves before you start selecting pairs. It can and will affect the game later one. This is especially true once you start adding rows.</p>
<p>You can purchase this native game in BlackBerry World for $0.99.</p>
<p><a href="http://appworld.blackberry.com/webstore/content/59939461" title="NUM: The Logical Game" class="cta large">Learn more / Purchase NUM: The Logical Game from BlackBerry World</a>
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<h2 data-title="News review">What You Might Have Missed</h2>
<h3>Read Out! by Sven Ziegler IT Solutions</h3>
<p><img src="https://crackberry.com/sites/crackberry.com/files/styles/large_wm_brw/public/article_images/2015/08/readout-passport-hero.jpg?itok=jXhaZoc3" width="800" height="600" alt="Read Out!" class="image-large_wm_brw aligncenter image-large" /></p>
<p>After a brief hiatus due to some technical issues issues, this week saw the return of <a href="/readout-text-speech-app">Read Out</a> in BlackBerry World. As the name implies, it essentially translates text into speech and will read your messages out loud to you. Whether it's an email, text messages, BBM, or another application that supports sharing of text, Read Out! will automatically detect the language and convert into an mp3 audio file. Now that the issues are resolved, you can find the latest version (v2.4) in BlackBerry World.</p>
<p>You can purchase this text-to-speech application for $0.99.</p>
<p><a href="https://appworld.blackberry.com/webstore/content/59966912" title="Download Read Out" class="cta large">Learn more / Purchase Read Out in BlackBerry World</a></p>
<h3>Until next week...</h3>
<p>That's it for this week folks. For more apps and games, be sure to head on over to the <a href="http://forums.crackberry.com/" title="CrackBerry Forums" rel="nofollow">CrackBerry Forums</a> where you will find even more hidden gems to choose from whether it be for <a href="/blackberry-10" title="BlackBerry 10" rel="nofollow">BlackBerry 10</a>, BBOS, the <a href="/blackberry-playbook" title="BlackBerry PlayBook" rel="nofollow">BlackBerry PlayBook</a>, or even <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps" title="" rel="nofollow">Android Apps in the Google Play store</a> for the <a href="/blackberry-priv" title="BlackBerry Priv">BlackBerry Priv</a>. Of course, you can always find the latest and greatest top editor's picks in the <a href="/apps" title="CrackBerry App Gallery" rel="nofollow">CrackBerry App Gallery</a>. Are there any apps or games you would like to see? Feel free to leave your suggestions in the comments.</p>
</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-tags field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/tag/blackberry-app-roundup">BlackBerry App Roundup</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/tag/blackberry-10-games">BlackBerry 10 Games</a></div><div class="field-item even"><a href="/tag/blackberry-10-apps">BlackBerry 10 apps</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/tag/google-play">Google Play</a></div><div class="field-item even"><a href="/tag/btbl">btbl</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-category field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/category/software">Apps</a></div><div class="field-item odd"><a href="/category/blackberry-games">Games</a></div></div></div>You can now 'thumbs up' individual app reviews in the Google Play apphttp://crackberry.com/you-can-now-thumbs-individual-app-reviews-google-play-app
If you've wanted a way to show someone that their review of a particular app helped you, you'll be happy to see that you can now 'thumbs up' a review from the Google Play app. That's right, if you come across a review that you find worthy of being thanked, or liked, or acknowledged positively in some fashion, you can now do so right from your phone. To find helpful reviews, you can sort them by most helpful first, newest first or have the highest rated show up first. Previously, you were only able to use the button on the web, so it's great to see that make its way to the mobile app.
You still can't reply, unless you are the developer, but this is a great way to show appreciation for what was said about a particular app. All you need to do is head to the Google Play app, search for an app and then check out the reviews. On the right hand side of the screen you will notice a thumb icon next to each review, and you can tap that to interact. Google surfaces reviews that help give an o...Wed, 27 Jan 2016 22:19:55 +0000Jared DiPane188872 at http://crackberry.com<div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p><img src="https://crackberry.com/sites/crackberry.com/files/styles/large_wm_brw/public/article_images/2016/01/google-play-thumbs-up-priv.jpg?itok=R5enLhJQ" width="800" height="600" alt="You can now 'thumbs up' individual app reviews in the Google Play app" class="image-large_wm_brw aligncenter image-large" /></p>
<p>If you've wanted a way to show someone that their review of a particular app helped you, you'll be happy to see that you can now 'thumbs up' a review from the <a href="/google-play">Google Play</a> app. That's right, if you come across a review that you find worthy of being thanked, or liked, or acknowledged positively in some fashion, you can now do so right from your phone. To find helpful reviews, you can sort them by most helpful first, newest first or have the highest rated show up first. Previously, you were only able to use the button on the web, so it's great to see that make its way to the mobile app. <!--break--></p>
<p>You still can't reply, unless you are the developer, but this is a great way to show appreciation for what was said about a particular app. All you need to do is head to the Google Play app, search for an app and then check out the reviews. On the right hand side of the screen you will notice a thumb icon next to each review, and you can tap that to interact. Google surfaces reviews that help give an overall impression of the app, so adding a thumbs up to reviews you find helpful will end up helping others as well.</p>
<p><em>Thanks to everyone who sent this in!</em></p>
</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-tags field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/tag/google-play">Google Play</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-category field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/category/software">Apps</a></div></div></div>BlackBerry App Roundup for January 22, 2016: Games, photo editing, and more!http://crackberry.com/blackberry-app-roundup-january-22-2016
Howdy CrackBerry nation! Another week has passed so you know what that means? Not only is it time to share with you another batch of applications for your BlackBerry 10 or Priv device, but it's also time to catch up on all the news that transpired since we last met.
Kicking things off was a brand new episode of the (BerryFlow Podcast which discussed the Good Technology announcements, the latest BlackBerry 10.3.2 release and BlackBerry's announcement of DTSec. Also discussed this week was how the Department of Veterans Affairs selected BlackBerry's AtHoc to power its crisis communications and the end of the Built for BlackBerry program.
Now it's time to bring you this week's picks for all you passionate BlackBerry addicts out there. You can find each app and game I've rustled up for you by clicking through the gallery below. If your favorite didn't make the cut this week, remember you can help by offering your suggestions at the end.
ALONE by Laser Dog Games Limited
ALONE is a...Fri, 22 Jan 2016 17:31:00 +0000Alicia Erlich188852 at http://crackberry.com<div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p><img src="https://crackberry.com/sites/crackberry.com/files/styles/large_wm_brw/public/article_images/2016/01/app-roundup-012216.jpg?itok=ncz2Mji3" width="800" height="533" alt="BlackBerry App Roundup for January 22, 2016" class="image-large_wm_brw aligncenter image-large" /></p>
<p>Howdy CrackBerry nation! Another week has passed so you know what that means? Not only is it time to share with you another batch of applications for your <a href="/blackberry-10">BlackBerry 10</a> or <a href="/blackberry-priv">Priv</a> device, but it's also time to catch up on all the news that transpired since we last met.</p>
<p>Kicking things off was a brand new episode of the <a href="/berryflow-upstream-podcast-noc">(BerryFlow Podcast</a> which discussed the Good Technology announcements, the latest BlackBerry 10.3.2 release and BlackBerry's announcement of DTSec. Also discussed this week was how the <a href="/department-veterans-affairs-selects-blackberrys-athoc-power-its-crisis-communications">Department of Veterans Affairs selected BlackBerry's AtHoc to power its crisis communications</a> and the <a href="/built-blackberry-ending">end of the Built for BlackBerry program</a>.</p>
<p>Now it's time to bring you this week's picks for all you passionate BlackBerry addicts out there. You can find each app and game I've rustled up for you by clicking through the gallery below. If your favorite didn't make the cut this week, remember you can help by offering your suggestions at the end.
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<h2 data-title="ALONE">ALONE by Laser Dog Games Limited</h2>
<p><img src="https://crackberry.com/sites/crackberry.com/files/styles/large_wm_brw/public/article_images/2016/01/ALONE.jpg?itok=_hz4yGZi" width="800" height="533" alt="ALONE" class="image-large_wm_brw aligncenter image-large" /></p>
<p>ALONE is a fast-paced runner for your <a href="/blackberry-10">BlackBerry 10</a> smartphone that will keep you occupied as you try to survive a solitary journey through space. The object is to navigate your spaceship around caves, rocky debris, comets and other obstacles.</p>
<p>All you have to do is drag up and down on the screen, which is not as easy at it looks as the controls are inverted by default. This means you have to swipe up to go down and vice versa. However, you can adjust this in settings. The ship itself can take a minor hit or two before the shields fail but not if you crash into the rocks themselves.</p>
<p>After a few seconds, the nerves start kicking in as you try to weave through the ever-changing hectic environments.</p>
<p><img src="https://crackberry.com/sites/crackberry.com/files/styles/large/public/article_images/2016/01/alone-display.jpg?itok=D7ycF8EP" width="800" height="450" alt="Alone - Screenshot" class="image-large aligncenter" /></p>
<p>You can find ALONE in the <a href="/amazon-appstore">Amazon Appstore</a> for $1.99 or download for free in the <a href="/tag/amazon-underground">Amazon Underground</a> (US, UK, Germany, and France only).</p>
<p><a href="/how-get-android-apps-blackberry-amazon-appstore" title="How to get Android apps on BlackBerry from the Amazon Appstore" class="cta large">Learn how to install ALONE from the Amazon Appstore</a>
</p>
<h2 data-title="Flippy Bottlecap">Flippy Bottlecap by Swavek Zielinksi </h2>
<p><img src="https://crackberry.com/sites/crackberry.com/files/styles/large_wm_brw/public/article_images/2016/01/flippy-bottlecap.jpg?itok=EuViESDe" width="800" height="533" alt="Flippy Bottlecap" class="image-large_wm_brw aligncenter image-large" /></p>
<p>Flappy Bird has come and gone but that doesn't mean we can't enjoy a similar game to distract us from from our busy lives. Instead of birds and pipes, we have bottles and bottlecaps. The object of the game is to avoid the bottles, collect gold caps, and earn achievements. It's simple, fun, and ad free. Flippy Bottlecap is a native game that is only compatible with all touch <a href="/blackberry-10">BlackBerry 10</a> handsets.</p>
<p><a href="https://appworld.blackberry.com/webstore/content/59986485" title="Flippy Bottlecap" class="cta large">Learn more / Purchase Flippy Bottlecap from BlackBerry World</a>
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<h2 data-title="Bonza Word Puzzle">Bonza World Puzzle by MiniMega</h2>
<p><img src="https://crackberry.com/sites/crackberry.com/files/styles/large_wm_brw/public/article_images/2016/01/bonza.jpg?itok=_kTbBYyW" width="800" height="533" alt="Bonza Word Puzzle" class="image-large_wm_brw aligncenter image-large" /></p>
<p>Bonza is a non-traditional crossword puzzle game. By that I mean it is a mashup of several different types of puzzles (i.e. word search, jigsaw puzzle, and trivia game). The result is this non-traditional and challenging game.</p>
<p>You're presented various puzzles packs that are unlocked as you play or through an in-app purchase. Each pack contains a variety of puzzles, which increase in difficulty as you progress, and are centered around a particular theme. Included with every puzzle is a clue to give players an inkling of what the possible words may be, as Bonza makes things even more challenging by not providing a list of words to fill in or even per-word hints. The board is cluttered with letters as jumbled up jigsaw puzzle pieces. Using the clue(s) as your guide, it is your job to rearrange the pieces back into their correct order and unearth all of the hidden words.</p>
<p>The game comes with several starter packs such as a free puzzle of the day, plus your choice from among the paid packs. Frustrating and fun, you can download Bonza World Puzzle for free in Google Play.</p>
<p><a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=air.au.com.minimega.bonza" title="" class="cta large">Learn more / Download Bonza World Puzzle from Google Play</a>
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<h2 data-title="Sleep Cycle Alarm Clock">Sleep Cycle Alarm Clock by Northcube AB</h2>
<p><img src="https://crackberry.com/sites/crackberry.com/files/styles/large_wm_brw/public/article_images/2016/01/sleep-cycle-alarm-clock.jpg?itok=pQsoZelz" width="800" height="533" alt="Sleep Cycle Alarm Clock" class="image-large_wm_brw aligncenter image-large" /></p>
<p>Getting a good night's sleep is an important part of keeping our mind and bodies healthy. Sleep Cycle is an intelligent alarm clock that analyzes your motion during the night and determines the best possible window of time to wake you up such as when you are in the lightest sleeping phase.</p>
<p>The application works by monitoring your movements while you sleep using your device's accelerometer. This means users will have to place their device exactly where the app instructs them too, which is usually at the corner of the bed adjacent to the pillow. Based on your sleeping habits, it finds the optimal time to wake you up during a 30-minute interval based on the alarm time you've set. This means rather than being jolted out of a deep sleep first thing in the morning, you will be woken up slowly and not in the middle of a dream. This sort of wake-up leads to you rising more refreshed and in a better state to start your day.</p>
<p>Not only does Sleep Cycle track your sleep and act as an alarm clock but it includes detailed sleep statistics and graphs, the ability to use your own music as the alarm, an option to snooze by shaking or tapping the phone lightly, customized wake up windows, a background mode, and sleep notes.</p>
<p>You can download Sleep Alarm Cycle from Google Play for $0.99.</p>
<p><a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.northcube.sleepcycle" title="" class="cta large">Learn more / Download Sleep Cycle Alarm Clock from Google Play</a>
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<h2 data-title="A Better Camera ">A Better Camera by Almalence, Inc.</h2>
<p><img src="https://crackberry.com/sites/crackberry.com/files/styles/large_wm_brw/public/article_images/2016/01/a-better-camera-unlocked.jpg?itok=3IifcGQk" width="800" height="533" alt="A Better Camera Unlocked" class="image-large_wm_brw aligncenter image-large" /></p>
<p>If you are looking to improve upon the capabilities of your camera, A Better Camera offers a range of controls, optimizations, and features when capturing an image. Not only does it make your shots look good but it also records video and comes with time-lapse photography.</p>
<p>This full-featured camera application offers several modes with which to take the perfect shot including burst, HDR Photo/Video, night mode, single shot, panorama, objects removal, sequence shot, self-timer, and smart multishot. The controls are easy to use and it employs gestures to hide or access each of them. I tend to leave the grid on to utilize the <a href="/how-to-rule-thirds-photos-iphone">Rule of Thirds</a> for my images.</p>
<p>To maximize your BlackBerry's camera, you can download A Better Camera for free from the <a href="/amazon-appstore">Amazon Appstore</a>, with optional in-app purchases. A free version, called A Better Camera Unlocked, is also available in the <a href="/tag/amazon-underground">Amazon Underground</a> (US, UK, Germany, and France only) and offers full access to all camera features.</p>
<p><a href="/how-get-android-apps-blackberry-amazon-appstore" title="How to get Android apps on BlackBerry from the Amazon Appstore" class="cta large">Learn how to install A Better Camera Unlocked from the Amazon Appstore</a>
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<h2 data-title="News review">What You Might Have Missed</h2>
<h3>Ad Blocker for Default Browser by ShaoSoft</h3>
<p><img src="https://crackberry.com/sites/crackberry.com/files/styles/large_wm_brw/public/article_images/2016/01/ad-blocker-for-blackberry-10.jpg?itok=aPq7YFQL" width="800" height="600" alt="Ad Blocker for BlackBerry 10" class="image-large_wm_brw aligncenter image-large" /></p>
<p>For those who wish to block or remove ads from the <a href="/blackberry-10">BlackBerry 10</a> default browser, there is Ad Blocker by popular developer ShaoSoft. This browser presents users with the ability to block ads on your device when connected to Wi-Fi. Additional features include blocking ads at the source, improved privacy, automatic ad block updates, does not run in the background, and configuration takes less than two minutes. While it may only support this feature when connected to a Wi-Fi network, the developer is looking into having the service work when running on a cellular network.</p>
<p>You can find this native <a href="/blackberry-10">BlackBerry 10</a> application in BlackBerry World for $1.99.</p>
<p><a href="http://appworld.blackberry.com/webstore/content/59987159" title="" class="cta large">Learn more / Purchase Ad Blocker for BlackBerry 10 from BlackBerry World</a></p>
<h3>Until next week...</h3>
<p>That's it for this week folks. For more apps and games, be sure to head on over to the <a href="http://forums.crackberry.com/" title="CrackBerry Forums" rel="nofollow">CrackBerry Forums</a> where you will find even more hidden gems to choose from whether it be for <a href="/blackberry-10" title="BlackBerry 10" rel="nofollow">BlackBerry 10</a>, BBOS, the <a href="/blackberry-playbook" title="BlackBerry PlayBook" rel="nofollow">BlackBerry PlayBook</a>, or even <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps" title="" rel="nofollow">Android Apps in the Google Play store</a> for the <a href="/blackberry-priv" title="BlackBerry Priv">BlackBerry Priv</a>. Of course, you can always find the latest and greatest top editor's picks in the <a href="/apps" title="CrackBerry App Gallery" rel="nofollow">CrackBerry App Gallery</a>. Are there any apps or games you would like to see? Feel free to leave your suggestions in the comments.</p>
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